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Children's stories - Early works to 1800

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    An epitome of sacred history, for children. With moral reflections and observations. By W. C. Schoolmaster. Vol.I

    W. C., Schoolmaster. | Date: M.DCC.XCIV. [1794]
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    Amusement hall or, an easy introduction to the attainment of useful knowledge. By a lady.

    Lady | Date: 1794
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    Mrs. Nortons story book , composed for the amusement of her children to which are added instructions for the proper Application of the Stories.

    Caroline Norton | Date: [1790?]
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    The holiday present . Containing anecdotes of Mr. and Mrs. Jennet, and their little family, viz. Master George, Master Charles, Master Thomas, Miss Maria, Miss Charlotte, and Miss Harriot. Interspersed with instructive and amusing Stories and Observations.

    Kilner, Dorothy, 1755-1836. | Date: [1785]
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    The history of a great many little boys and girls , for the amusement of all good children of four and five yeart [sic] of age.

    Kilner, Dorothy, 1755-1836. | Date: [1800?]

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