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The History of Sandford and Merton by Thomas Day, first published in the 1780s, is a didactic children's book aimed at promoting moral and social values through storytelling. The novel contrasts the lives of two boysTommy Merton, a spoiled, wealthy child, and Harry Sandford, a virtuous, modest farmer's sonusing their friendship and experiences to convey lessons about hard work, humility, education, and moral integrity. Popular in the late 18th and 19th centuries, the book was part of a broader movement toward moral instruction in children's literature during the Enlightenment.
TITLE: The History of Sandford and Merton SECONDHAND
AUTHOR: Thomas Day
PUBLISHER: Gall & Inglis
DATE PUBLISHED: sine anno, ca. 1869?
PLACE PUBLISHED: England
PAGES: 532
BINDING: Illustrated hardcover. cloth bound
LANGUAGE: English
DIMENSIONS: 19.2 x 13.7 x 3.2 cm