From Instruction to Delight: An Anthology of Children's Literature to 1850

by Patricia Demers (Editor)

The second edition of From Instruction to Delight is a thorough update of Patricia Demers' essential anthology of key works of children's literature from 1000 to 1850. It includes approximately 70 examples of children's literature, ranging from complete and excerpted short stories, verse, and
lessons for children, along with critical introductions, headnotes, and original black and white woodcuts.

Genres: Anthologies, Education, Childrens, Nonfiction, Books About Books, Reference

384 pages, Paperback

First published March 18, 1982

Reviews

[Manny Sabina · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read for school. It was an interesting read for sure, it is cool to see how children's literature came to be.
Gender roles in the 1800's is such a cool subject and I need to do more with it

[Matthew Barlow · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent academic source, but is far from being a pleasure read. Those looking to read this had better be well versed in early English and accept that they won't understand everything.

[Sofia · Rating 4 out of 5]

A university textbook I still keep on my shelf for reference.