Frances Hodgson Burnett Livres

Ce roman ouvre beaucoup de réflexions sur des sujets qui touchent à l'enfance principalement, la différence, la tolérance et l'espoir de voir sa vie changer grâce à la seule volonté d'y croire et de faire les efforts nécessaires. Le grand air et l'exercice physique sont également deux bons remèdes pour retrouver une bonne santé.

La 4e de couv. indique : "Sara Crewe, fille unique et choyée d'un riche anglais installé aux Indes, vient parfaire son éducation dans un pensionnat à Londres. Sa générsité, son intelligence et ses talents de conteuse lui valent quelques amitiés fidèles... et de solides rancunes. Le jour de l'anniversaire de Sara, une fête somptueuse se prépare à la pension. Mais un homme vêtu de noir se présente, porteur d'une terrible nouvelle qui va bouleverser la vie de la filette..."

A 12-year-old boy called Marco Loristan, is sent on a secret mission by his father, a Samavian patriot, to deliver an important message across Europe. The young man is joined by his neighborhood friend, The Rat, to embark on a history making journey. In Samavian legend, there was a kind and beloved prince called Ivor who held the people's favor. Despite their adoration, he had no desire to take the throne and suddenly disappeared never to be heard from again. Samavia suffered under cruel leadership, while many hoped for the Lost Prince to return. Years later, a boy called Marco and his father Stefan, prepare for a noble quest that requires the Bearer of the Sign to deliver a critical message. The Lost Prince is an exciting medieval tale full of mystery and fantasy. It's a rich story infused with tradition and heart, similar to Burnett's Little Lord Fauntleroy. It features classic fairytale elements that are fun, adventurous and captivating to the end. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Lost Prince is both modern and readable.

When the newly orphaned Mary Lennox leaves her native India and arrives at her uncle's mansion in Yorkshire, everything seems strange to her. Then Mary hears of a mysterious, neglected garden. With the help of some new friends, she plans to uncover its secrets . . . and make it blossom once again.

A collection of three well-known works, telling of orphans or near orphans, both penniless and heirs to fortunes, struggling to find a place for themselves in Victorian England

Mary Lennox lebt mit ihren Eltern in Indien. Als diese sterben, muss sie zu ihrem Onkel nach England. Mary ist einsam, ihr fehlen Spielgefährten. Eines Tages findet sie einen alten Schlüssel, der sie zu einem geheimen Garten führt. Dort eröffnet sich für Mary eine neue Welt voller Zauberei und wundersamer Dinge. Bald schafft sie es zum ersten Mal, echte Freunde zu gewinnen.

The story follows Sara Crewe, a bright and imaginative girl whose life takes a tragic turn after the death of her wealthy father. Reduced to a servant and subjected to mistreatment at Miss Minchin's school, Sara's resilience and creativity shine through her hardships. Her journey from privilege to adversity highlights themes of kindness, imagination, and the enduring spirit of a young girl facing life's challenges. The narrative ultimately explores how her fortunes can change once more, making it a cherished tale in children's literature.

One day, in India, nineyear old Mary wakes up and finds that she is completely alone. Back home in England, she is sent to live with an uncle she has never met. His house is a strange, lonely place where she will gradually discover secret after secret in a new and magical world. In this reader you will find information about Frances Hodgson…