A visit to a farm house; or, An introduction to various subjects connected with rural economy

A visit to a farm house; or, An introduction to various subjects connected with rural economy. - Seventh edition, revised and corrected.

This little Work was undertaken to excite the attention of those children, who live in the country, to the various objects by which they are surrounded; and to furnish those residing in the metropolis and other large cities, with some information relative to rural economy, which their situation prevents them acquiring by personal observation. The author acknowledges that she is totally incompetent deeply to discuss the phenomena of nature, or the science of agriculture; she should indeed[iv] think it inconsistent to introduce scientific researches into a Work of this kind. But a slight investigation of the simple arts by which the nourishment of man is effected, or of some of those wonders of creative power which daily present themselves to view, cannot, in her opinion, be deemed an improper exercise even at an early age. [1] What a delightful morning! exclaimed little Arthur Benson on opening his eyes, and seeing the sun shine bright into his room; Charles, Charles, continued he, turning to his brother, who was still asleep, let us get up directly, and we shall have time for a little walk before grandpapa and grandmamma come down stairs. Charles obeyed the summons, and[2] they were soon dressed. They then went into the garden, and from the garden into the field adjoining; both highly pleased with all they saw, for they had never slept out of London before, and the country was quite a new scene to them. See, said Charles, how all the cows are gathered together by that gate; and here comes a man they call old Ralph with a pail on his arm. Pray, Ralph, what do the cows want there? They want to be milked, said Ralph, and through that gate is the way to the farm yard. Are you going to milk them, and may we come with you? inquired Arthur. ......Buy Now (To Read More)

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Ebook Number: 68171
Author: S. W., active 1801-1820?
Release Date: May 25, 2022
Format: eBook
Language: English
Publisher: William Darton
Publication Date: 1820
Publisher Country: United Kingdom

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