The Little Dog Trusty; The Orange Man; and the Cherry Orchard; Being the Tenth Part of Early Lessons (1801)

Name: The Little Dog Trusty; The Orange Man; and the Cherry Orchard; Being the Tenth Part of Early Lessons (1801)
Author: Maria Edgeworth

By Maria Edgeworth

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A set of short didactic stories for children presents simple moral lessons through domestic incidents and small adventures. One tale follows two young brothers whose broken basin of milk prompts one to confess and the other to lie, with the liar suffering consequences that underline the value of honesty and courage. The remaining pieces stage straightforward scenes—a visit from an orange seller and an episode in a cherry orchard—that model generosity, prudence, and the expected conduct of children, using plain narration and clear moral conclusions suited to early readers.

About the Author

Maria Edgeworth

Maria Edgeworth (1768-1849) was an Anglo-Irish writer known for her contributions to the development of the novel and for her insightful explorations of social issues. Her most famous work, "Castle Rackrent," is often regarded as one of the first historical novels in English, offering a vivid portrayal of Irish society through the eyes of a servant. Edgeworth's writing is characterized by its moral complexity and keen observations of human behavior, as seen in her various collections of tales and novels, such as "Belinda" and "Murad the Unlucky, and Other Tales." In addition to fiction, she also wrote extensively on education, advocating for practical approaches to learning.