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Harper's Young People, February 7, 1882: An Illustrated Weekly
Author: Various
Bookshelves: Children & Young Adult Reading, Other
Summary
"Harper's Young People, February 7, 1882" by Various is a periodical publication featuring a collection of stories, articles, and illustrations aimed at a youthful audience, written during the late 19th century. This publication includes a variety of genres, from adventure tales to educational pieces, with the intent of entertaining and informing young readers while instilling values and knowledge appropriate for their age. In this specific issue, one of the featured stories follows a young American boy named Art Dickson, who adventures through Paris while his family is occupied with daily pursuits. The tale captures Art's discovery of a hand-organ and his humorous, though challenging, encounter with an organ-grinder after he tries to protect the girl associated with the organ from mischievous schoolboys. Additional pieces include discussions on tobogganing, fun with photography, and an exploration of bird’s nest soup, alongside various poems and illustrations. The content not only provides entertainment but also insights into different cultures and pastimes, making it a rich source of engaging material for young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)