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18th Century LiteratureA list of 18th century literature of classical children's books. This was a time when the world saw major changes. Historical fiction and stories from history makes those changes more understandable for children.
Matchlock GunBy Walter D. Edmonds True StoryNew York village 1756 - French and Indian War An exciting, true story of a ten year old boy who saves his family during the French and Indian War with his great-grandfather's matchlock gun. Captive IndianBy Lois Lenski True StoryOhio and Pennsylvania 1958: Frrench and Indian War The true story of Mary Jemmison, the daughter of white settlers who was captured and made a member of the Seneca tribe. The story is modified for a younger audience, but describes her homesicknesses for her own family and growing love for her adopted family. Treasure IslandBy Robert Louis Stevenson FictionStarts in England, Sail to a fictitious island A fast moving adventure story from the days of pirates. Almost everyone is familiar with the dreaded Long John Silver and Captain Flint. Enjoy the tale that got the pirate movement started. KidnappedBy Robert Louis Stevenson Historic Fiction1751 Scotland Join David Balfour, a Scottish lowlander, as he flees for his life with an unlikely partner, an infamous highland rebel named Alan Breck Stuart. The story is continued in the sequel Catriona. The name of Catriona was later changed to David Balfour in most modern editions. The Last of the MohicansBy James Fenimore Cooper Upper New YorkFrench and Indian War Reading Level: Middle School and high school - younger edited versions available Interest Level: This fast paced adventure story is enjoyed by youngsters, but frequent episodes of bloodshed make it inappropriate for many young children. One of the most famous books of 18th century, Cooper tells the hair-curling tale of of a brave woodsmen and his two loyal Native American friends and their travels through kidnapping, a massacre at a garrison, ambush and treachery. Swiss Family RobinsonBy Johann D. Wyss Fiction with natural historyUncharted island in the Pacific In the era of colonization, one family headed for a new colony is shipwrecked and learn to survive on an uninhabited island. Lessons in self-reliance, character, animal husbandry. Rip Van WinkleBy Washington Irving FictionNew York Rip Van Winkle is a loyal follower of King George - and a henpecked husband. He falls asleep and wakes up 20 years later to find some surprising changes have taken place. Tales of the Wayside InnHenry Wadsworth Longfellow PoetrySudbury, Massachussetts Reading Level: 6th grade and above Longfellow wrote this collection of poems as an American version of the Canterbury Tales. From within its pages come the famous Midnight Ride of Paul Revere. Other poetic tales of America's history are also recited at the historic inn, which is still in operation. The book is a treat for those with an interest in American History, literary history, and poetry. Amos Fortune, Free ManBy Elizabeth Yates New EnglandBeautifully written, this true story is about an African man who was captured, sold into slavery, bought his freedom, and became a widely respected citizen in his New England community. Amos lived in the 1700's in Africa and New England. For three centuries people have told the story of his hard work, compassion, and love of freedom. Robinson CrusoeBy Daniel Defoe Caribbean IslandThe marooned sailor needs to live by his wits. Believed to have been derived from a true story, Robinson Crusoe is a fictitious character who lives stranded from civilization for 30 years. See also The American Revolution
Find more books on 18th century literature in childrens books on the American Revolution. The battle between the American colonists and the British Empire was one of the most significant events in this era.
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