Chapter I

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

any specific behavior

From this reading In other words, they hope that this book may stimulate Wisconsin authors to still greater literary activity.

with affection

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

recognize with gratitude; be grateful for

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

past form of “associate” — make a logical or causal connection

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

plural of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

long strip of cloth or paper used for decoration or advertising

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

worthy of often limited commendation

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

devoted to a cause or ideal or purpose

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

precise; explicit and clearly defined

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

plural of “editor” — a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

contribute to the progress or growth of

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

-ing form of “express” — give expression to

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

the state or quality of being widely honored and acclaimed

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

more distant in especially space or time

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

past form of “gain” — obtain

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

someone who has exceptional intellectual ability and originality

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading In other words, they hope that this book may stimulate Wisconsin authors to still greater literary activity.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading In other words, they hope that this book may stimulate Wisconsin authors to still greater literary activity.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

being of such surpassing excellence as to suggest inspiration by the gods

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

in a close manner

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

and nothing more

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

catch fire

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

of or relating to or characteristic of literature

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

creative writing of recognized artistic value

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

most important element

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

past form of “mention” — make reference to

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

plural of “observation” — the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading In other words, they hope that this book may stimulate Wisconsin authors to still greater literary activity.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

plural of “page” — one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

plural of “production” — the act or process of producing something

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

a domain in which something is dominant

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

not in physical motion

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

act as a stimulant

From this reading In other words, they hope that this book may stimulate Wisconsin authors to still greater literary activity.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

the present time or age

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

which person or people

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well-being

From this reading The second purpose has been to kindle the surprise just mentioned into wholesome effort, particularly among our young people, to appreciate what literature is and how it is produced, and to encourage these readers to study the life round about them with a view to expressing their observations in literary language.

belonging to which person

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

a tributary of the Mississippi River in Wisconsin

From this reading Their first purpose has been to furnish some definite knowledge concerning literary productions of Wisconsin people.

in the company of; together with

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

the words that are spoken

From this reading In other words, they hope that this book may stimulate Wisconsin authors to still greater literary activity.

plural of “writer” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

but in spite of that

From this reading They have been surprised, and they feel that their readers will be surprised, to find how many authors of national repute have been intimately associated with Wisconsin life; and further, to find that many writers who have not as yet gained fame outside the state have written things that are beyond doubt highly creditable.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading _To the authors of today and of former days, whose genius and co-operation have made this book possible, and to the young people who may, by reading these pages, be inspired to carry the banner of our state still farther into the realm of literature, is affectionately dedicated._ In preparing this book the editors have had two main purposes in view.