Publisher's Synopsis
""To The Children Of Calcutta: On Cruelty"" is a book written by Colesworthey Grant in 1872. The book is a collection of letters addressed to the children of Calcutta, India, with the aim of educating them on the subject of cruelty. The author uses a gentle and persuasive tone to encourage children to be kind and compassionate towards animals and other living beings. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of cruelty. Grant discusses the importance of treating animals with respect and kindness, and encourages children to avoid participating in activities that involve cruelty to animals, such as cockfighting and bullfighting. He also explores the relationship between cruelty to animals and cruelty to humans, emphasizing the importance of empathy and compassion towards all living beings.Throughout the book, Grant provides examples of acts of kindness and compassion towards animals, as well as stories of individuals who have demonstrated cruelty towards animals and the negative consequences that resulted. He also includes practical advice on how to care for animals and treat them with kindness.""To The Children Of Calcutta: On Cruelty"" is a timeless work that remains relevant today, as it encourages readers to consider the impact of their actions on other living beings and to act with kindness and compassion towards animals and humans alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.