Understood Betsy - Fisher, Dorothy Canfield
18,99 €
inkl. MwSt.
Versandkostenfrei*
Versandfertig in 1-2 Wochen
payback
9 °P sammeln
  • Gebundenes Buch

9-year-old orphan, Elizabeth Ann, has lived a sheltered life in the city with her doting Aunt Frances, but when sickness strikes she's sent to a farm in Vermont to live with the dreaded Putney's. Her new rural life will be very different to the city she was used to. Many jobs that Aunt Frances used to think too demanding for a young lady are now expected, like walking to school alone, cooking and having chores. But as Betsy faces her fears she learns that she is capable of far more than she ever imagined. Join Betsy as she learns to tend animals, make butter and boil maple syrup. But can her…mehr

Andere Kunden interessierten sich auch für
Produktbeschreibung
9-year-old orphan, Elizabeth Ann, has lived a sheltered life in the city with her doting Aunt Frances, but when sickness strikes she's sent to a farm in Vermont to live with the dreaded Putney's. Her new rural life will be very different to the city she was used to. Many jobs that Aunt Frances used to think too demanding for a young lady are now expected, like walking to school alone, cooking and having chores. But as Betsy faces her fears she learns that she is capable of far more than she ever imagined. Join Betsy as she learns to tend animals, make butter and boil maple syrup. But can her idyllic farm life last when Aunt Frances returns to rescue her?
Autorenporträt
Dorothy Canfield Fisher was an American author and social activist, known for her insightful children's literature and novels that often explore themes of individuality and personal growth. Born on February 17, 1879, in Lawrence, Kansas, she grew up in a family that valued education and progressive ideals. Fisher was educated at Ohio State University and later in Paris, where she was influenced by European literary movements. Her writing career included numerous novels, essays, and short stories, with her most famous works often reflecting her progressive views on education and child development. Among her notable books are ""Understood Betsy,"" which deals with the themes of childhood independence and resilience, and ""The Home-Maker,"" which challenges traditional gender roles. Fisher was also a prominent advocate for social causes, including education reform and women's rights. She was involved in the suffrage movement and contributed to various organizations promoting social change. She passed away on June 9, 1958, leaving behind a legacy of thoughtful and engaging literature.