St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 5, No 10, August 1878
 Scribner's Illustrated

by Various

"St. Nicholas Magazine for Boys and Girls, Vol. 5, No 10, August 1878" by Various is a children's magazine written in the late 19th century. The issue contains a variety of engaging stories and poems aimed at entertaining and educating young readers. Among the highlighted works is "King Cheese," a whimsical tale about a Swiss town preparing to send a grand cheese to the Paris Exhibition, showcasing themes of community and creativity. The opening of the magazine introduces "King Cheese," where the citizens of a quaint Swiss town gather to decide on a unique offering for the Paris Exhibition. Led by their burgomaster, they humorously debate the merits of sending a cheese, culminating in the decision to create a grand, royal cheese. The narrative unfolds with an amusing depiction of the cheese-making process, illustrating the townspeople's camaraderie and enthusiasm as they prepare for the exhibition, setting a charming and lively tone that invites readers into the whimsical world of the story.