Jolly Good Times: Or Child Life On A Farm (1875)

By P. Thorne

Book Overview

Jolly Good Times: Or Child Life On A Farm is a book written by P. Thorne and published in 1875. The book is a charming and delightful account of the joys and adventures of children growing up on a farm in the 19th century. Thorne captures the innocence and wonder of childhood as he describes the children's daily routines, games, and interactions with animals and nature. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of farm life. Thorne describes the children's chores, such as milking cows and gathering eggs, as well as their leisure activities, such as fishing, hunting, and playing games. The children's relationships with their parents, siblings, and neighbors are also explored, providing a glimpse into the social dynamics of rural communities in the 1800s.Throughout the book, Thorne emphasizes the importance of hard work, honesty, and kindness, values that were highly valued in Victorian society. He also highlights the beauty and simplicity of farm life, contrasting it with the hustle and bustle of city life. Jolly Good Times: Or Child Life On A Farm is a heartwarming and nostalgic account of a bygone era. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of childhood, rural life, or Victorian literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116660263X
• ISBN13: 9781166602635
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"