The Children of the Valley by Harriet Elizabeth Prescott Spofford
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| Author | Spofford, Harriet Elizabeth Prescott, 1835-1921 |
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| Title | The Children of the Valley |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Children of the Valley" by Harriet Elizabeth Prescott Spofford is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a group of children, particularly focusing on Ally and her twin sister Essie, who navigate life in a picturesque northern valley after moving from the south. The tale explores themes of adventure, family, and childhood innocence against a backdrop of nature and familial love. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to a state of commotion as Ally has gone missing, prompting a frantic search by family members and local residents. Various characters speculate on her whereabouts, hinting at her adventurous spirit and tendency to explore. The narrative captures the loving yet chaotic dynamics within this household, showcasing the children's relationships and fears. As the search unfolds, the empathetic elements of childhood imagination bloom, particularly through the perspectives of Ally's twin, Essie, who envisions fairies whisking her sister away, while the older Janet recognizes a deeper emotional connection related to Aunt Susan’s loss of her own child. This opening sets the stage for an enchanting exploration of childhood resilience and imagination. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Orphans -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Twins -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Bears -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Siblings -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Kindness -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Country life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Uncles -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Aunts -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Adopted children -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | New England -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48167 |
| Release Date | Feb 5, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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