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Josiah In New York; Or A Coupon From The Fresh Air Fund

Josiah In New York; Or A Coupon From The Fresh Air Fund

Otis, James

Paperback

Gifts & Stationery GeneralGeneral SociologyGeneral World History

ISBN10: 9354364551
ISBN13: 9789354364556
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jan 11 2021
Pages: 270
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.61 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A city summer can be stifling. For Josiah, a boy adrift in the crowded streets of Gilded Age New York, hope arrives in the shape of a simple coupon-a ticket to the countryside, courtesy of the Fresh Air Fund charity. James Otis, celebrated for his Victorian boys' books, weaves a vivid urban childhood story that pulses with the energy and hardship of late 1800s America. This unabridged children's classic, now thoughtfully illustrated as a vintage classic, brings to life the spirit of philanthropy and the transformative power of child welfare in an era when kindness was often the rarest currency. Josiah in New York; Or A Coupon From The Fresh Air Fund stands as a shining example of juvenile historical fiction, echoing the Horatio Alger style of grit and uplift. Otis's narrative captures both the struggles and small triumphs of city children, making it a compelling middle grade read aloud or a rich classroom literature study. Through Josiah's eyes, young readers glimpse the realities of Victorian society, while adult collectors will appreciate the authentic window into a pivotal time for urban reform and charity-driven progress. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today-a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Both a cultural treasure and a moving tale, Josiah in New York endures as a testament to the enduring impact of compassion and the timeless allure of classic stories for every generation.

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