A Little Princess - Burnett, Frances Hodgson
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Sara Crewe is a highly intelligent pupil at Miss Minchin's Select Seminary for Young Ladies. After the death of her doting father, she is left penniless and is forced to work as a servant in utterly demeaning conditions. However, ingenious resourcefulness and unwavering optimism in the face of despair work together to change her fortunes for the better. "A Little Princess" is a timeless and much-loved tale not to be missed by fans and collectors of classic children's literature. Frances Eliza Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924) was a British-American playwright and author most famous for her children…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
Sara Crewe is a highly intelligent pupil at Miss Minchin's Select Seminary for Young Ladies. After the death of her doting father, she is left penniless and is forced to work as a servant in utterly demeaning conditions. However, ingenious resourcefulness and unwavering optimism in the face of despair work together to change her fortunes for the better. "A Little Princess" is a timeless and much-loved tale not to be missed by fans and collectors of classic children's literature. Frances Eliza Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924) was a British-American playwright and author most famous for her children novel "The Secret Garden" (1911). Other notable works by this author include: "Queen Silver-Bell" (1906), "Racketty-Packetty House" (1906), and "The Shuttle" (1907). Read & Co. is republishing this classic children's novel in a new edition complete with a specially-commissioned biography of the author.
Autorenporträt
Frances Hodgson Burnett, born on November 24, 1849, in Manchester, England, emerged as a prominent author whose works captivated readers with their charm and emotional depth. After her father's death and the family's financial struggles, Burnett emigrated to the United States in 1865, where she settled in Tennessee. Her early writing career began with short stories and articles, but she gained widespread recognition with her first novel, That Lass o' Lowrie's, published in 1877, which showcased her keen observation of social issues and her ability to craft engaging narratives.Burnett's literary success continued with her transition to writing children's books, where she found her true calling. Her most famous works, including Little Lord Fauntleroy (1886) and A Little Princess (1905), became classics of children's literature. These stories, celebrated for their rich storytelling and strong moral themes, reflect her deep empathy and understanding of childhood experiences, resonating with both young and adult audiences. Her ability to create relatable, endearing characters helped solidify her place in literary history.Throughout her life, Burnett experienced personal and financial ups and downs, including two marriages and a subsequent divorce. Despite these challenges, she remained a prolific writer and continued to publish well into the early 20th century. Frances Hodgson Burnett passed away on October 29, 1924, in Plandome, New York, leaving behind a legacy of beloved stories that continue to inspire and entertain readers worldwide.