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Conscience

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A collection of short moral narratives and reflections for young readers that explores the workings of conscience in everyday situations. Through simple household scenes, childhood dilemmas, and elder recollections, it shows how small choices, secrets, and fleeting temptations affect character and peace of mind. Parental counsel, plain storytelling, and illustrative anecdotes encourage self-examination, restitution for trifling wrongs, and steady cultivation of integrity. The pieces alternate between compact tales and brief essays, each intended to prompt thoughtful consideration and practical application of moral principles.

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Eliza Lee Cabot Follen

Eliza Lee Cabot Follen was an American author and poet known for her contributions to children's literature in the 19th century. She wrote a variety of works, including stories, hymns, and fables aimed at young readers. Her notable titles include "Conscience" and "Hymns, Songs, and Fables, for Young People," which reflect her commitment to moral education and the imaginative engagement of children. Follen's writing often features themes of nature and morality, making her a significant figure in the development of literature for youth during her time.

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