Little Prudy's Sister Susy by Sophie May
"Little Prudy's Sister Susy" by Sophie May is a children's storybook written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the Parlin family, particularly the experiences of Susy Parlin, the oldest sister, and her interactions with her younger siblings, including the spirited Prudy and baby Dotty. The book weaves themes of sibling relationships, kindness, and the innocence of childhood amidst joyous festive occasions, particularly highlighting events like Christmas. The opening ofthe story sets a warm and familial tone, introducing the characters and their dynamic. Susy is portrayed as an imaginative child brimming with creativity and meticulous planning for Christmas presents, while her younger sister Prudy is characterized by her inquisitiveness and playful mischief. As the children embark on their secret Christmas preparations, their exchanges and interactions lay the groundwork for the family’s loving and sometimes humorous relationships. The initial chapter shines a light on the joys of childhood, the excitement of presents, and the innocence that comes with the imaginative play of young siblings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | May, Sophie, 1833-1906 |
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| Title | Little Prudy's Sister Susy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Melissa Er-Raqabi, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Christmas -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Hip joint -- Dislocation -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14202 |
| Release Date | Nov 29, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 130 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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