Frances Hodgson Burnett
Frances Hodgson Burnett was a beloved English-American author, best known for her enchanting children's novels that have captured the hearts of readers for generations. Born on November 24, 1849, in Manchester, England, she moved to the United States with her family when she was just a child. Burnett's early love for storytelling blossomed into a prolific writing career, with works such as "The Secret Garden" and "A Little Princess" showcasing her talent for weaving tales of resilience, friendship, and the transformative power of imagination. Her stories often reflect her own experiences of loss and renewal, making them deeply relatable and timeless.
As you explore Frances Hodgson Burnett's works in this app, you'll find a rich tapestry of themes that resonate with readers of all ages. Her characters, often young girls facing adversity, discover strength and hope in the most unexpected places. Each story invites you to believe in the magic of transformation and the beauty of nature. So, settle in and enjoy the journey through her enchanting worlds—there's a treasure waiting in every page!
Little Saint Elizabeth and Other Stories
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Frances Hodgson Burnett
She had not been brought up in America at all. She had been born in France, in a beautiful château, and she had been born heiress to a…
Sara Crewe: or, What Happened at Miss Minchin’s Boarding School
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Frances Hodgson Burnett
The story told in Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic novel, A Little Princess, was first written as a serialized novella, Sara Crewe, or What…
His Grace of Osmonde
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Frances Hodgson Burnett
His Grace of Osmonde, being the portions of that nobleman's life omitted in the relation of his Lady's story presented to the world of fashi…
Racketty-Packetty House and other stories
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This is a collection of short stories and fairy tales by Frances Hodgson Burnett, the author of The Secret Garden and A little Princess. (Su…
Robin
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Frances Hodgson Burnett
Starting with a summary of the 1922 novel The Head of the House of Coombe, which followed the relationships between a group of pre-WWI Engli…
Miss Crespigny
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This is a less known, but not less beautiful, novel by the author of The Secret Garden, A Little Princess, The Lost Prince, Little Lord Faun…
Sara Crewe: or, What Happened at Miss Minchin’s Boarding School (version 2)
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Sara Crewe, an exceptionally intelligent and imaginative student at Miss Minchin's Select Seminary for Young Ladies, is devastated when her …
T. Tembarom (Version 2)
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Frances Hodgson Burnett
T. Tembarom is a young man who grew up in New York City, scraping his way by blacking shoes and selling newspapers. On day, he gets notified…
The Pretty Sister Of José
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Frances Hodgson Burnett
Pepita would rather become a witch than a wife. She's seen too many women, including her mother, wither away at their husband's hands. Popul…
Haworth's
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The story of an inventor's son, who tries to prevent him and a couple other characters from being taken into poverty by the man of the house…
The White People
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Frances Hodgson Burnett
A young girl living in remote Scotland discovers she has a unique gift for seeing what others cannot. This ultimately hopeful and positive s…
T. Tembarom
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The story of a Boy living in New York as a street waif, who sells newspapers eventually finds himself to be the heir of an ancient manor. Th…
The Head of the House of Coombe
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While renowned for her beloved children's literature, Frances Hodgson Burnett's talent extended to historical novels. Originally serialized …