Hymns, Songs, and Fables, for Young People

Name: Hymns, Songs, and Fables, for Young People
Author: Eliza Lee Cabot Follen

By Eliza Lee Cabot Follen

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A compact collection of devotional hymns, children’s songs, and short moral fables aimed at young readers and their parents. The verses mix simple prayers and evening reflections with cheerful pieces about spring, play, and family, and include songs addressing nature, gratitude, loss, slavery, and good behavior. Fables use animals and everyday objects to teach honesty, industry, and kindness, while translations and occasional didactic pieces encourage faith, patience, and perseverance. The arrangement alternates playful and serious items to mirror childhood moods, offering materials suitable for different ages and for use at home, school, or worship.

About the Author

Eliza Lee Cabot Follen

Eliza Lee Cabot Follen was an American author and poet known for her contributions to children's literature in the 19th century. She wrote a variety of works, including stories, hymns, and fables aimed at young readers. Her notable titles include "Conscience" and "Hymns, Songs, and Fables, for Young People," which reflect her commitment to moral education and the imaginative engagement of children. Follen's writing often features themes of nature and morality, making her a significant figure in the development of literature for youth during her time.