The Squire's Little Girl

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Meade, L. T., 1854-1914

Contributor:

Baumer, Lewis Christopher Edward, 1870-1963

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Squire's Little Girl" by L.T. Meade is a children's novel written in the early 20th century, around the 1900s. The story follows the adventures of Phyllis Harringay, the daughter of a squire, as she navigates the joys and challenges of childhood after moving to her father's estate. The novel explores themes of friendship, childhood innocence, and the tension between social expectations and personal desires. As Phyllis begins to form friendships with the local Rectory children-Ned, Susie, Rosie, and Ralph-she experiences a taste of adventurous freedom that contrasts with the constraints often imposed by her governess, Miss Fleet. Phyllis's longing for companionship leads her to disobey Miss Fleet's strict rules, resulting in delightful escapades that include secret meetings and playful antics in the attic. However, her adventures take a serious turn when the Rectory children fall ill, leading Phyllis to confront her responsibilities and the consequences of her actions. Ultimately, the novel concludes on a hopeful note, highlighting the resilience of friendship and the importance of understanding and compassion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England

Notes:

Reading ease score: 90.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read.

Release date is 2013-07-08