Plain Tales, or, The Advantages of Industry

Elizabeth Heyrick's Plain Tales or The Advantages of Industry was first published in 1825 and provides key insights into the work and attitudes of the anti-slavery activist. The book is a collection of tales intended to convey to young people the importance of hard work, education and thrift, as well as the immorality of slavery.
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