Children of Foreign Lands [Hardcover] Elizabeth F. McCrady and Kate Cox Goddard

Description

Vintage hardcover has some wear and fading. Pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This early 20th century volume, “Children of Foreign Lands” by Elizabeth F. McCrady and Kate Cox Goddard, offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and cultures of children around the world in the early 1900s. Published at a time of increasing global interconnectedness, this book sought to educate young readers about the diversity of childhood experiences beyond their own borders. With charming illustrations and poetic descriptions, it transports the reader to distant lands, revealing the daily routines, customs, and folk tales that shaped the childhoods of young people from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. A delightful artifact of its era, this book serves as a poignant reminder of both the universality of childhood and the rich tapestry of cultural traditions that have endured for generations. For collectors, this well-preserved copy represents an opportunity to own a piece of literary history that kindled curiosity and empathy in young minds during a pivotal period of global exchange.