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Dandelion Cottage

Dandelion Cottage

By: Carroll Watson Rankin
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 Carroll Watson Rankins beloved novel, Dandelion Cottage, first published in 1904 by Henry Holt and Company, captures the enchanting adventures of four young girls in the Midwest. Originally crafted as a serial tale for her children, the story revolves around the girls determination to transform a dilapidated cottage into their dream playhouse by pulling dandelions for its owner, the affluent Mr. Black. This charming narrative is inspired by the real-life figure of Peter White, a notable businessman and philanthropist from Marquette. Today, the original Dandelion Cottage, located at 440 East Arch, remains a treasured private residence. (Summary from Wikipedia)Copyright Sci Fi & Childrens Stories Art Literary History & Criticism
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    Carroll Watson Rankins beloved novel, Dandelion Cottage, first published in 1904 by Henry Holt and Company, captures the enchanting adventures of four young girls in the Midwest. Originally crafted as a serial tale for her children, the story revolves around the girls determination to transform a dilapidated cottage into their dream playhouse by pulling dandelions for its owner, the affluent Mr. Black. This charming narrative is inspired by the real-life figure of Peter White, a notable businessman and philanthropist from Marquette. Today, the original Dandelion Cottage, located at 440 East Arch, remains a treasured private residence. (Summary from Wikipedia)
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  • 21 - Dandelion Cottage by Carroll Watson Rankin

    21 - Dandelion Cottage by Carroll Watson Rankin
    Oct 1 2025
    Carroll Watson Rankins beloved novel, Dandelion Cottage, first published in 1904 by Henry Holt and Company, captures the enchanting adventures of four young girls in the Midwest. Originally crafted as a serial tale for her children, the story revolves around the girls determination to transform a dilapidated cottage into their dream playhouse by pulling dandelions for its owner, the affluent Mr. Black. This charming narrative is inspired by the real-life figure of Peter White, a notable businessman and philanthropist from Marquette. Today, the original Dandelion Cottage, located at 440 East Arch, remains a treasured private residence. (Summary from Wikipedia)
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    20 mins
  • 20 - Dandelion Cottage by Carroll Watson Rankin

    20 - Dandelion Cottage by Carroll Watson Rankin
    Oct 1 2025
    Carroll Watson Rankins beloved novel, Dandelion Cottage, first published in 1904 by Henry Holt and Company, captures the enchanting adventures of four young girls in the Midwest. Originally crafted as a serial tale for her children, the story revolves around the girls determination to transform a dilapidated cottage into their dream playhouse by pulling dandelions for its owner, the affluent Mr. Black. This charming narrative is inspired by the real-life figure of Peter White, a notable businessman and philanthropist from Marquette. Today, the original Dandelion Cottage, located at 440 East Arch, remains a treasured private residence. (Summary from Wikipedia)
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    11 mins
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