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Title
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Every Boy's Book of Games, Sports, and Diversions
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Description
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The roles of boys and girls became more defined in the early 19th century and began to diverge from each other. Books like this were intended for boys who attended school, rather than work, to ensure they used their leisure time productively. Conjuring became a key part of these books alongside other indoor and outdoor pursuits. It was considered a fitting diversion for an ingenious to boy to entertain themselves and their friends.
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Identifier
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[H.P.L.] Boy
Magic
