The Heart of Childhood

The Heart of Childhood

 

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2004
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
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9781417929061
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The Heart of Childhood is a book written by William Dean Howells, an American novelist and literary critic. The book is a collection of essays that explore the nature of childhood and the importance of nurturing the emotional and intellectual development of children. Howells argues that childhood is a crucial stage of life that shapes a person’s character and worldview. He emphasizes the need for parents, educators, and society as a whole to create an environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, and empathy in children. The essays in The Heart of Childhood cover a range of topics, from the role of play in child development to the importance of storytelling and literature in shaping a child’s imagination. Howells also discusses the challenges of raising children in a rapidly changing society, and offers insights into how parents and educators can adapt to these changes. Overall, The Heart of Childhood is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a unique perspective on the importance of childhood in shaping the future of society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in child development, education, or the role of literature and storytelling in shaping our lives.1891. Harper’s Novelettes. Contents: Annie Webster Noel, The First Pussy-Willows; Marie Manning, The Truce; Ethel Sigsbee Small, Aetat Ten; May Kelsey Champion, An Unskilled Laborer; Alice MacGowan, A Doll; Grace Lathrop Collin, The Seeds of Time; Annie Hamilton Donnell, The Feel Doll; Roy Rolfe Gilson, The Wind of Dreams; William Dean Howells, The Amigo; Elizabeth Jordan, Adeline Thurston, Poetess; J. Elwin Smith, Dad’s Grave; Constance Fenimore Woolson, A Transplanted Boy; and George Heath, Zan Zoo. pseudonym of William Bolitho Ryall, English miscellaneous writer See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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