The English Reader, by Lindley Murray, is a collection of prose and verse excerpts intended to improve young readers' language skills, sentiments, and reading abilities. First published in the early 19th century, this volume presents a selection of writings from esteemed authors, offering students examples of proper reading techniques and effective communication.
Murray's reader includes preliminary observations on the principles of good reading, providing a foundational understanding of elocution and rhetoric. Designed to assist young persons in reading with propriety and effect, this book remains a valuable resource for those studying classical English literature and the art of public speaking. A carefully curated collection of literary pieces, "The English Reader" continues to inspire and educate.
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