A Nation Of Readers

by John Swatsley

Title

A Nation Of Readers

Artist

John Swatsley

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Painting - Oil On Cold Press Illustration Board

Description

Thousands of years ago, ancient man sought a method of recording the events of his life, his thoughts and his ideas. Drawings told stories of harvests, hunting expeditions and wars, but could not convey thoughts and ideas. Thus the invention of letters ... and reading began. Ever since, reading has become an important part in the development of societies. Indeed, reading has had a significant role in the development of the United States as a nation. In the colonial days, a high importance was placed on learning to read so that children could read the Bible themselves. As the nation strengthened, Americans learned about national events by reading patriotic newspapers and children learned proper grammar from Webster's "Blue-back Speller." Interest in reading grew even more with stories of how Abraham Lincoln's thirst for knowledge kept him up long into the night reading books by firelight. In recent years, children have been encouraged to read all they can, for parents and educators realize the growing importance of reading in an increasingly technical society. Indeed, reading enriches all our lives with greater understanding of the world around us ... and of far away lands. Through reading, we can relive moments of the past, visit with famous people, and escape into the world of fantasy.

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Artwork Copyright © 1984 Wind River Studios Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved under United States and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, transmit, or otherwise exploit the Artwork in any way. Any sale of the physical original does not include or convey the Copyright or any right comprised in the Copyright. WRSH Stock Number XB08658

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