Madam How and Lady Why; Or First Lessons in Earth Lore for Children is a classic children's book written by Charles Kingsley. The book is a collection of stories that teach children about the natural world and the processes that shape it. Through the stories, children learn about geology, meteorology, and other earth sciences. The book is written in a conversational style, with the author personifying the forces of nature as two characters, Madam How and Lady Why. Madam How is the force behind the earth's processes, while Lady Why represents the reason behind them. The stories are engaging and entertaining, making it an excellent choice for children who are interested in science and the natural world. Overall, Madam How and Lady Why; Or First Lessons in Earth Lore for Children is a timeless classic that continues to inspire and educate young readers today.1902. First Lessons in Earth Lore for Children. Contents: The Glen; Earthquakes; Volcanos; Transformations of a Grain of Soil; The Ice Plough; The True Fairy Tale; The Chalk Carts; Madam How�������s Two Grandsons; The Coral Reef; Field and Wild; The World�������s End; Homeward Bound.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.