Jacob Abbott
57 books
Jacob Abbott was an American author and educator known for his extensive contributions to children's literature and historical biographies. He wrote over fifty books, including the popular 'Rollo Books' series, which aimed to educate and entertain young readers. Abbott's works often blend storytelling with moral lessons, as seen in titles like 'Bruno; or, Lessons of Fidelity, Patience, and Self-Denial Taught by a Dog.' His historical narratives, such as 'Alexander the Great' and 'Cyrus the Great,' are part of his 'Makers of History' series, which presents significant figures in an accessible manner for younger audiences. Abbott's legacy lies in his ability to inspire curiosity and learning through engaging narratives.
Books by This Author
57 titles
Alexander the Great / Makers of History
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Bruno; or, lessons of fidelity, patience, and self-denial taught by a dog
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Caleb in the Country
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Charles I / Makers of History
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Cleopatra
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Cousin Lucy at Play / By the Author of the Rollo Books
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Cousin Lucy at Study / By the Author of the Rollo Books
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Cousin Lucy's Conversations / By the Author of the Rollo Books
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Cyrus the Great / Makers of History
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Darius the Great / Makers of History
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Excursion to the Orkney Islands
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Forests of Maine / Marco Paul's Adventures in Pursuit of Knowledge
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Genghis Khan, Makers of History Series
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Gentle Measures in the Management and Training of the Young / Or, the Principles on Which a Firm Parental Authority May Be Established and Maintained, Without Violence or Anger, and the Right Development of the Moral and Mental Capacities Be Promoted by Methods in Harmony with the Structure and the Characteristics of the Juvenile Mind
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Georgie
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Hannibal / Makers of History
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History of Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt
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History of Julius Caesar
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History of King Charles the First of England
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History of King Charles the Second of England
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Jonas on a Farm in Winter
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King Alfred of England / Makers of History
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Marco Paul's Voyages and Travels; Vermont
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Margaret of Anjou / Makers of History
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Mary Erskine
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Mary Queen of Scots / Makers of History
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Nero / Makers of History Series
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Peter the Great
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Pyrrhus / Makers of History
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Queen Elizabeth / Makers of History
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Richard I / Makers of History
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Richard II / Makers of History
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Richard III / Makers of History
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Rollo Learning to Read
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Rollo at Play; Or, Safe Amusements
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Rollo at Work
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Rollo in Geneva
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Rollo in Holland
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Rollo in London
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Rollo in Naples
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Rollo in Paris
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Rollo in Rome
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Rollo in Scotland
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Rollo in Switzerland
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Rollo in the Woods
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Rollo on the Atlantic
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Rollo on the Rhine
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Rollo's Experiments
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Rollo's Museum
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Rollo's Philosophy [Fire]
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Rollo's Philosophy. [Air]
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Romulus / Makers of History
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Stuyvesant: A Franconia Story
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The Teacher / Moral Influences Employed in the Instruction and Government of the Young
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The Teacher / Or, Moral Influences Employed in the Instruction and Government of the Young
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William the Conqueror / Makers of History
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Xerxes / Makers of History
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