About this book
A Book for the Young by Sarah French opens a window onto mid‑19th‑century moral and devotional poetry written for youthful readers. This charming collection, first printed in Saint John, N.B. in 1856 and dedicated to the Hon. Mrs. Manners Sutton, assembles addresses, short poems, and moral tales that explore virtue, self‑reliance, faith, time, and the facing of death with quiet courage.
Blending juvenile poetry and didactic prose, French ranges from tender pieces like "The Dying Horse" and "The Young Man's Prayer" to stirring narrative sketches such as "The Boy of Egremont" and the historical "Execution of Montrose," even touching on a ghost story and reflections on Lord Byron. The tone is earnest and instructive—typical of Victorian children's literature—offering moral guidance, comforting piety, and moments of reflective lyricism.
Ideal for listeners who love classic poetry, Victorian-era children's literature, or historical curiosities, this audiobook brings a rare, sincere voice from the past to life. Listen to experience a petite anthology of moral verse and gentle instruction that shaped young imaginations in an earlier age.
