
This volume presents the Bible’s timeless stories in language a child can read and enjoy. Simple, clear prose is paired with nearly two hundred original engravings and vivid color plates that bring each tale to life. It aims to foster a gentle love for the Scriptures.
An opening vignette follows a young aristocrat in ancient Antioch who finds a drifting copy of the Scriptures, a moment that rekindles his faith. This brief story sets a hopeful tone for the rest of the book, showing how sacred words can change a life. The following pages then guide readers through creation, prophets, and the teachings of Jesus, all in a straightforward, child‑friendly style.
Delicate line drawings and rich color plates help children picture each scene and remember its lesson. Parents and teachers will find it a handy resource for introducing biblical history while sparking imagination. The book opens a welcoming doorway to a spiritual heritage that has shaped many generations.
Full title
Young Folks' Bible in Words of Easy Reading The Sweet Stories of God's Word in the Language of Childhood
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (362K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Heather Clark, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2012-04-12
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1834–1892
A prolific 19th-century American writer, she created poems, hymns, and stories that helped shape children's reading in the years after the Civil War. Her work blended warmth, faith, and a strong sense of everyday family life.
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