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In Secret Garden, we follow the journey of Mary Lennox, a spoiled and self-absorbed child who suddenly finds herself orphaned and sent to live with her reclusive uncle in a remote countryside estate. As Mary adjusts to her new life, she becomes increasingly intrigued by the mysteries of the house What are the sounds of a crying child echoing through the halls? And what secrets lie behind the locked door of an overgrown, walled garden? Join Mary as she uncovers hidden truths and embarks on a transformative adventure. (Summary by Peter)

When orphaned Mary Lennox is sent to live with her mysterious uncle in the wilds of Yorkshire, she discovers a hidden world brimming with secrets and enchanting possibilities.

After a privileged upbringing in India, young Mary Lennox finds herself orphaned and sent to live with her enigmatic uncle at Misselthwaite Manor in Yorkshire, England. Here, she faces a starkly different reality, filled with new friendships and the discovery of a hidden garden that holds the power to transform her life and the lives of those around her, including her ailing cousin, Colin Craven. (Introduction by ashleighjane)

Lost Prince follows the gripping tale of Marco Loristan, a young boy whose life intertwines with his father, Stefan, a passionate Samavian patriot determined to dismantle the oppressive regime in their homeland. After arriving in London, Marco befriends a resilient street urchin known as The Rat, and together, they embark on a perilous journey across Europe. Entrusted by Stefan with a vital mission, the two boys must spread the secret phrase, The Lamp is lighted, igniting a revolutionary spirit that ultimately leads to the restoration of the rightful king. In a stunning climax, Marco discovers...

Immerse yourself in Frances Hodgson Burnetts timeless classic, The Secret Garden, as we follow the journey of young Mary Lennox. Sent to live with her uncle at the sprawling Misslethwaite Manor in Yorkshire, Mary starts off as a lonely, ill-tempered orphan. However, her life takes a magical turn when she uncovers a hidden, neglected garden on the estate. This enchanting tale of transformation and the healing power of nature is beautifully brought to life by talented LibriVox volunteers, each lending their voice to a vibrant cast of characters. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)

In this enchanting tale, we follow the journey of Sara Crewe, a privileged young girl who is sent to a strict boarding school in London while her father serves in India. Initially treated like royalty thanks to her fathers wealth, Saras world is turned upside down when she learns of his tragic passing. With her fortune gone, Miss Minchin, the merciless headmistress, quickly reduces Sara to servitude for her room and board. Yet, it is through the bonds of friendship with two fellow students, her indomitable spirit, and a sprinkle of serendipity that Sara ultimately discovers a path back to joy.

Join us on a journey through the poignant tale of Sara Crewe, a remarkably intelligent, polite, and imaginative young girl. Born to a wealthy soldier in India, Sara is brought to London during the Victorian era for a prestigious education. At her upscale boarding school, she must endure the cruel and condescending headmistress, Miss Minchin. Tragedy strikes when Saras father faces bankruptcy and passes away, leaving her destitute and at the mercy of the envious Miss Minchin. Despite the hardships she faces and the servitude she reluctantly accepts, Sara remains proud and resilient, buoyed by ...

In Little Princess, young Sara is taken to Miss Minchins Select Seminary for Young Ladies by her father, Captain Crewe, who believes the harsh climate of India is unsuitable for children. After flourishing as Miss Minchins star pupil for years, her world is shattered when she learns of her fathers untimely death and his financial ruin, leaving her destitute. Stripped of her privileges and forced to work as an unpaid servant, Saras fortunes take a surprising turn when a mysterious benefactor emerges to change her fate. (Summary by Karen Savage)

In this enchanting short story, we follow a shy and reserved little girl navigating the bustling life of a big city. When her parents get the chance to care for a house in the serene suburbs for the summer, she unexpectedly forms a beautiful friendship with another little girl in the neighborhood. Together, they embark on delightful adventures, discovering the joys of companionship and the magic of summer days. (Introduction by Linda Andrus)

Young Cedric lives with his widowed mother in New York. His late father was a British earl who had been disowned by his father for marrying an American. As all of the earl of Dorincourt's sons have now died, he begrudgingly looks to Cedric as his sole heir. While the earl soon comes to love the endearing little Cedric, conflict arises when a strange woman appears on the scene and insists that her son is the true heir.

"Little Lord Fauntleroy" is the first children's novel written by English playwright and author Frances Hodgson Burnett. It was originally published as a serial in the St. Nicholas Magazine between November 1885 and October 1886, then as a book by Scribner's in 1886.

The Harry Potter of it’s time! The book influenced fashion and other merchandise. The perfect rags to riches story. A gigantic hit.

Cedric Errol is a child living in poverty with his mother in New York City, when all of a sudden, his life is turned upside down. He learns that after the untimely deaths of several distant relatives, he is heir to an enormous estate in England and has inherited the title of Lord Fauntleroy. His grandfather, the earl of Dorincourt, asks that Cedric come to England and begin managing his estate but requires that he leave his mother behind.

Brought from India to chilly, fog-bound London, Sara Crewe is enrolled as a pupil at Miss Minchin's Select Seminary for Young Ladies. Her doting father, Captain Crewe, has provided her with fine clothes and luxuries fit for a princess and she attracts envious attention. But Sara soon wins friends with her kindness, taking the school's misfits under her wing, and telling them wonderful stories to cheer them up. Yet despite her best efforts, her spiteful classmate, Lavinia, and mean headmistress, Miss Minchin, remain determined to dislike her.

Sara Crewe is one of the most vivid figures in children's fiction. Born in India and sent to school in England, she is, at first, treated like a princess by the teacher, Miss Minchin. But when it is evident that Sara is not the possessor of a princess's fortune, she is dispatched to live in the attic and become a servant.

This curated collection of children’s classics will take you on a journey through the bizarre world of Wonderland, into a long undiscovered secret garden and finally into the enchanted fairytale world of the Brothers Grimm. These classic children’s stories are read by actress and author Jane Asher, Shakespearean actor Sir Michael Horden and Academy Award winners Glenda Jackson and Sir Ben Kingsley.

Mary Lennox is sent to Misselthwaite Manor in Yorkshire England after her parents die from Cholera. Also living in the manor house is her sickly cousin Colin, who is every bit as spoiled as she. Mary and Colin are like two peas in a pod, closed up in a gloomy old manor on the Yorkshire moors, until a secret garden captures their imaginations. As spring brings new life to the Earth, Mary and Colin's sour natures begin to change.

Mary, unloved and selfish, finds friendship and happiness helping her neurotic, invalid cousin become strong and healthy. Nature's powerful magic touches both children as they toil to revive their secret garden. The story alludes to some very modern themes including the ability of mental beliefs to create health, the strength of group optimism, and the restorative power of nature.

When orphaned Mary Lennox arrives at Misselthwaite Manor, her uncle's estate, everybody said she was the most disagreeable looking child ever seen. Depressed and withdrawn, Mary stumbles upon an arched doorway into an overgrown garden. She later discovers her pampered invalid cousin, tucked away in a dark room. Soon a charming journey into the magical secret garden begins.

With her wonderful storytelling abilities and endless array of gorgeous clothes and toys, little Sara Crewe seems to everyone at her boarding school like the luckiest girl in the world - a 'little princess'. no less. But one day disaster strikes, and she is moved into an attic and turned overnight into a drudge.

All but a little cluster of her most loyal friends turn their backs upon her. Constantly cold, with barely enough to eat, and reduced to wearing the outgrown tatters of her former wardrobe, how will she cope?