Lazy Lawrence: Or Industry And Idleness Contrasted (1854)

By Maria Edgeworth

Book Overview

Lazy Lawrence: Or Industry And Idleness Contrasted is a children's book written by Maria Edgeworth and first published in 1854. The book tells the story of two young boys, Lawrence and George, who have very different attitudes towards work and responsibility. Lawrence is lazy and avoids work whenever possible, while George is hardworking and always tries to do his best.Through a series of adventures and misadventures, the book shows the consequences of laziness and the rewards of hard work. Lawrence's laziness leads him to make mistakes and miss out on opportunities, while George's industry helps him succeed and earn the respect of others.The book is intended to teach children the importance of diligence, responsibility, and good work habits. It is written in a simple, easy-to-understand style with colorful illustrations, making it accessible to young readers. Overall, Lazy Lawrence: Or Industry And Idleness Contrasted is a timeless classic that continues to inspire and educate children about the value of hard work and responsibility.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: 112031206X
• ISBN13: 9781120312068
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 86 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"