Times are tough around the little brown house, but the widowed Mrs. Pepper faces trouble with a stout heart, a smile, and the help of her jolly little Peppers. This heartwarming classic has inspired generations with its tales of the ways in which courage and good cheer can overcome adversity. Reprint of the D. Lothrop and Company, Boston, 1880 edition.
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What Katy Did by Susan Coolidge Quick-tempered Katy Carr learns gentle lessons in behavior from a beloved cousin after an accident puts all of Katy's dreams on hold. An unforgettable tale of growing up in 19th-century America.
Five Children and It by E. Nesbit Five youngsters discover a bizarre sand creature that grants wishes. Unfortunately, these wishes come undone at sunset, leaving the children to face the unpleasant consequences.
A Girl of the Limberlost by Gene Stratton-Porter Set amid Indiana's Limberlost Swamp, this classic mixes astute observations on nature with the struggles of growing up in the early 20th century and the discoveries of independence and romance.
Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm by Kate Douglas Wiggin When two unmarried aunts kindly agree to take in their poor relation, they find that young Rebecca Randall is more than they bargained for. The opinionated youngster is definitely a handful!
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Timeless, heartwarming tale of the four March sisters — Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy — and their home life, loves, and adventures during the Civil War era. Complete and unabridged.
