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St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 5, October 1878, No. 12 is a delightful collection of stories, poems, and illustrations that are sure to captivate young readers. The magazine features a wide range of genres, from adventure and mystery to historical fiction and fantasy, providing something for every reader to enjoy.

One of the highlights of this volume is the beautiful illustrations that accompany each story, bringing the characters and settings to life in vivid detail. The writing is engaging and accessible, making it easy for children to follow along and become immersed in the world of each story.

The variety of content in this magazine is impressive, with tales of friendship, courage, and perseverance that will inspire and entertain young readers. The magazine also includes educational articles and games, adding an element of learning to the reading experience.

Overall, St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 5, October 1878, No. 12 is a charming and engaging collection that will appeal to children of all ages. With its mix of entertaining stories, beautiful illustrations, and educational content, this magazine is a must-read for any young reader looking for a fun and enriching literary experience.

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[Illustration: THE NOON ENCAMPMENT. [See Violin Village.]]

ST. NICHOLAS.

VOL. V. OCTOBER, 1878. No. 12.

[Copyright, 1878, by Scribner & Co.]

THE VIOLIN VILLAGE.

By Edith Hawkins.

On the borders of the Tyrol and the lovely district known as the "Bavarian Highlands," there is a quaint little village called "Mittenwald," which at first sight appears shut in by lofty mountains as by some great and insurmountable barrier. The villagers are a simple, industrious people, chiefly occupied in the manufacture of stringed musical instruments, the drying of which, on fine days, presents a very droll appearance. The gardens seem to have blossomed out in the most eccentric manner; for there, dangling from lines like clothes, hang zithers, guitars, and violins, by hundreds, from the big bass to the little "kit," and the child's toy.

In this valley, one clear morning in August, as the church clock struck five, a lad issued from the arched entrance of one of the pretty gabled houses along the main street. He was not more than twelve years of age, yet an expression of thoughtfulness in his clear, blue eyes, gave and added an older look to his otherwise boyish face. His costume was a gray suit of coarse cloth, trimmed with green; his knees and feet were bare, but he wore knitted leggings of green worsted... Continue reading book >>


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