Our Young Folks, Vol 1, No. 1 An Illustrated Magazine

"Our Young Folks, Vol 1, No. 1" by Various is an anthology of writing for kids from the 1800s. Filled with pictures, this magazine has stories and poems made to teach and amuse young people, looking at subjects like excitement, courage, and the wonder of the outdoors. The beginning shows how important imagination and understanding are through lively stories; one is about a little hummingbird and another tells of a young drummer during wartime. At the top of the volume it shares a story about a tiny hummingbird named Hum who struggles during a wet summer day by the beach. After being rescued by caring children, Hum becomes a welcome friend, showing themes of weakness and strength. Also, a story of a young boy named James, a drummer in the Civil War, shows the horrors of fighting and losing while being brave and caring. This pair of emotional stories in the start sets up the tone for a magazine that thinks kindness, interest, and childhood experiences are valuable during tough times.