St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 5, October 1878, No. 12

"St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 5, October 1878, No. 12" by Various is a compilation designed to captivate young minds with tales and verses from a bygone era. The magazine opens with "The Violin Village," a story set in a charming mountain village where young Stephan tends goats while dreaming of crafting violins like his father. When a goat goes missing under Stephan's watch, the boy's simple life becomes complicated by accusations that challenge his integrity. As Stephan navigates his responsibilities and the pressures from those around him, he proves his commitment to his mother. Stephan's journey tells a story about honesty, hard work, and the pursuit of one's dreams, even when faced with hard challenges.