Jacob Abbott

Charles the First (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Jacob Abbott was a prolific author, writing juvenile fiction, brief histories, biographieHistory of King Charles the First of England is a simple and sympathetic story of the life and reign of Charles I. Thanks to the simple writing, Abbott immerses us in historical times. This book is unique in that at one moment you can find answers to long-standing questions or get new knowledge, and at another time you have new questions.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Ktoczyta.pl
• Seitenzahl: 173
• Altersempfehlung: ab 6 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. August 2018
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788381620567
• Artikelnr.: 54766920

Autorenporträt

Jacob Abbott (1803-1879) was a prolific American author, educator, and clergyman, renowned for his considerable contributions to children's literature and his accessible approach to historical biography. Abbott's literary style is marked by clear, simple, and engaging prose, which allowed him to present complex historical figures and events in a manner that was both informative and appealing to younger readers. 'Charles the First,' one of Abbott's historical biographies, typifies this method by providing a comprehensive and approachable narrative of the life of the ill-fated English monarch. Born in Hallowell, Maine, Abbott attended Bowdoin College and later Andover Theological Seminary. His educational background positioned him well for a simultaneous career as a minister and a writer. Abbott produced more than 200 works during his lifetime, including the well-known 'Rollo Books,' a series of children's books that were instrumental in establishing his reputation as an innovative author in juvenile literature. His biographies, which often centered on prominent historical figures, were part of his 'Makers of History' series, which included 'Charles the First,' and were designed to cultivate an interest in history among young readers. Abbott's legacy endures through his contributions to educational literature and his effective style of blending historical fact with engaging storytelling.