Grandmother Dear: A Book for Boys and Girls by Mrs. Molesworth

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Author Molesworth, Mrs., 1839-1921
Illustrator Crane, Walter, 1845-1915
Title Grandmother Dear: A Book for Boys and Girls
Note Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits E-text prepared by David Clarke, Mary Meehan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Grandmother Dear: A Book for Boys and Girls" by Mrs. Molesworth is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around three young siblings—Ralph, Sylvia, and Molly—as they embark on a journey to visit their grandmother, who has long been absent from their lives. The book delves into themes of family, exploration, and the childhood imagination, as the children navigate their experiences together, uncovering the bonds that tie them to their relatives and to each other. At the start of the story, the children express their excitement and curiosity about their grandmother, each sharing their perception of her and their initial interactions. The dynamics between Ralph, Sylvia, and Molly are playful yet reflective of their ages and personalities, showcasing the innocent joys and occasional conflicts of childhood. As they settle in and share a tea with their grandmother, there are hints of magic woven throughout their interactions, leaving readers intrigued about their forthcoming adventures and how they will navigate their new surroundings. The narrative sets the stage for deeper character development and enchanting experiences as the children adapt to living with their grandmother and encounter a world rich with stories and discoveries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Grandmothers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Grandparent and child -- Juvenile fiction
Subject France -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Motherless families -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 20963
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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