Lectures For Boys (1896)

By Francis Cuthbert Doyle

Book Overview

Lectures for Boys is a book written by Francis Cuthbert Doyle and published in 1896. The book is a collection of lectures that the author delivered to young boys on various topics such as history, science, literature, and ethics. The lectures are designed to be informative, engaging, and inspiring, and are aimed at helping young boys develop their intellectual and moral faculties. The book is divided into four parts, each containing a series of lectures. Part one focuses on history, with lectures on topics such as ancient Greece, the Roman Empire, and the Crusades. Part two covers science, with lectures on subjects such as astronomy, geology, and electricity. Part three is dedicated to literature, with lectures on Shakespeare, Milton, and other great writers. Part four deals with ethics and morality, with lectures on topics such as honesty, kindness, and courage.Throughout the book, Doyle uses clear and simple language to make complex topics accessible to young readers. He also includes anecdotes and examples to illustrate his points and make the lectures more engaging. Overall, Lectures for Boys is a timeless classic that provides valuable insights and inspiration for young readers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, science, literature, and ethics, and is sure to leave a lasting impression on its readers.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: 1164050788
• ISBN13: 9781164050780
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 558 Pages
• Weight: 1.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"