The original manuscript, dating back to the late 14th century, provides a set of guidelines on how children should behave in various social contexts. These instructions cover areas like etiquette at the table, manners in conversation, and proper conduct in the presence of others, especially those of higher social standing. The text emphasizes respect, modesty, and humility, reflecting the hierarchical structure of medieval society.By translating the medieval language into modern English, F...

The Bojabi Tree tells the story of a young protagonist who embarks on an adventure involving a magical or fantastical tree. The tree, known as the Bojabi Tree, holds special significance and possesses unique powers that drive the plot of the novel.The narrative follows the protagonist’s journey as they interact with the tree and uncover its secrets. The story is likely filled with whimsical elements, magical creatures, and fantastical settings that engage young readers and spark their imag...

They ran around the wood, here and there and everywhere, eating roots and twigs and any old scraps they could find. But still they were HUNGRY. One day they came to a Big Tree full of fruit. But they could not eat it, for they did not know what it was. They sat down in a circle round the tree, and said, “What can we do?” When they had thought a while, they said, “Let us send Robin Rat up the river to Leo, our King, and ask him what the fruit is and whether we may eat it.”

In "The Bojabi Tree," Edith Rickert crafts a rich narrative steeped in the evocative landscapes of her imagination, blending elements of fantasy with incisive social commentary. The prose is lyrical and vivid, often reminiscent of the fairy tales and folkloric traditions that influenced her early writing. Through the character of a mysterious tree, Rickert explores themes of identity, belonging, and the intersection of the natural and the supernatural, presenting an allegorical tale that r...

The Babees' Book: Medieval Manners for the Young offers a captivating glimpse into the etiquette and cultural norms of medieval society. Through a rich tapestry of poems, treatises, and instructional texts, this anthology unravels themes of courtesy and social conduct that were paramount to the education of youth in the Middle Ages. The collection embodies a range of literary styles, from the lyrical to the didactic, capturing the intricate dance of medieval life. Key pieces within the ant...

Contemporary American Literature is a meticulously curated anthology, exploring the rich tapestry of early 20th-century American writing. Covering an expansive range of literary styles, from realism to modernism, this collection captures the diverse essence of a nation in flux. Readers will find a spectrum of voices and genres that reflect the dynamic cultural landscape of the time, offering works that challenge societal norms, explore human consciousness, and reflect on the American ident...

The animals in the African forest were experiencing hunger. The Bojabi tree smelled of many aromas: fresh apple, orange, plum, peach, and banana. They wanted to eat the fruit of the tree, but they could not because they did not know what it was.The animals went in turns to depart and cross the forest and a river to ask King Leo the Lion for the answer. Despite having been taught everything by the king, they cannot remember anything when they return. Only the sluggish turtle remains....

In 'Contemporary American Literature,' John Matthews Manly and Edith Rickert curate a compelling anthology that traverses the multifaceted landscape of American literary expression. Encompassing a wide spectrum of genres and styles, this collection includes everything from poignant short stories and evocative poems to profound essays and experimental prose. This anthology captures the zeitgeist of early 20th-century America, introducing the reader to a tapestry of narratives that interroga...

In the jungles of deepest darkest Africa, the animals were hungry for there was nothing to eat. They fought for scraps and tit-bits until they came across a tree, the Bojabi tree (the mango-melon-pomegranate tree} which they smelled of apple-orange-plum-pear-banana. They wanted to rat the rich, red fruit but found they could not, because they did not know the fruit’s name.The animals took it in turns to leave and cross the dry and dusty African plains to ask the king of the jungle,...

In "The Babees' Book: Medieval Manners for the Young," Frederick James Furnivall compiles an engaging and insightful anthology of medieval literature aimed at instructing young readers on proper conduct and ethics. This seminal work draws upon a plethora of sources, presenting a rich tapestry of advice, humorous anecdotes, and poems that reflect the societal norms of the Middle Ages. Furnivall's scholarly approach weaves together various texts, often in an accessible, whimsical tone, invok...

This edition was prepared in 1898-99; but as it had to wait its turn on the list of the Early English Text Society, it has been completely revised, and extended in the light of several fresh publications on the subject, which have appeared in the meantime. My thanks are due to Dr. Furnivall for good acdvice on many occasions, and to Professor Manly, of the University of Chicago, for reading the proofs.

In Memoriam A.H.H. is a long poem by the English poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson, completed in 1849. It is a requiem for the poet's Cambridge friend Arthur Henry Hallam, who died suddenly of a cerebral hemorrhage in Vienna in 1833, but it is also much more. Written over a period of 17 years, it can be seen as reflective of Victorian society at the time, and the poem discusses many of the issues that were beginning to be questioned. It is the work in which Tennyson reaches his highest musical pe...