A Little Princess
Dez 2015 · Otbebookpublishing
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"A Little Princess" opens with seven-year-old Sara Crewe and her father, Captain Crewe, arriving at Miss Minchin's boarding school for girls in London. Captain Crewe is very wealthy and states that Sara is destined for a lavish, comfortable future. Despite being pampered all her life in India, Sara herself is very intelligent, polite, and creative. The Headmistress Miss Minchin is secretly jealous and dislikes Sara for her cleverness, but openly praises and flatters her because of her father's wealth. Before departing for India, Captain Crewe purchases Sara an elegant wardrobe and a doll whom Sara adores and names "Emily." Sara's friendliness and love for pretending and storytelling makes her popular with most of the school's students. They soon begin regarding her as a princess, which she embraces. Sara befriends Ermengarde, the school dunce; Lottie, a spoiled four-year-old student; and Becky, the scullery maid. (Excerpt from Wikipedia)
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Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924) was a British-American novelist and playwright whose works have left an indelible mark on children's literature. Born in Manchester, England, Burnett faced early hardships, including the death of her father and the family's subsequent emigration to the United States. Settling in Tennessee, she began writing to support her family, quickly gaining recognition for her serialized stories in popular magazines.Burnett's literary career was distinguished by her ability to blend realism with fairy-tale elements, often exploring themes of resilience, transformation, and the power of imagination. Her most celebrated works have enchanted generations, offering both escapism and profound moral lessons.A pioneering figure, Burnett was also known for her unconventional personal life. She defied societal norms by divorcing her first husband, Swan Burnett, and later marrying actor Stephen Townsend, a union that ended in scandal and separation. Her lavish lifestyle and penchant for elaborate gardens reflected her belief in the therapeutic power of beauty and nature, ideas that permeated her writing.Burnett's influence extends beyond her own era, inspiring contemporary authors with her richly drawn characters and intricate plots. She was a trailblazer in advocating for children's emotional and intellectual development through literature, challenging the didactic norms of her time. Her works continue to be celebrated for their timeless appeal and their ability to speak to the enduring human spirit.
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