Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8075832728
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
The Goose Girl is a young lady who, in seek of the safe haven and a place to rest her thoughts, becomes a paying guest at a Thornycroft Farm, a small poultry farm near the Barbury Green village in Sussex. After a quarrel with her suitor and upset with her family, she jolts around charming Sussex roads and stumbles upon the village of Barbury Green. She finds a lodging at a Thornycroft Farm, and thought she is a paying visitor, she soon integrates into the household and begins shepherding the geese. During her three week adventure she keeps a diary and records amusing little anecdotes and some of her observations about farm life Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856-1923) was an American educator and author of children's stories, most notably the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. She started the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878 (the Silver Street Free Kindergarten). With her sister during the 1880s, she also established a training school for kindergarten teachers. Kate Wiggin devoted her adult life to the welfare of children in an era when children were commonly thought of as cheap labor.
THE DIARY OF A GOOSE GIRL (Illustrated Edition)
Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8075832728
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
The Goose Girl is a young lady who, in seek of the safe haven and a place to rest her thoughts, becomes a paying guest at a Thornycroft Farm, a small poultry farm near the Barbury Green village in Sussex. After a quarrel with her suitor and upset with her family, she jolts around charming Sussex roads and stumbles upon the village of Barbury Green. She finds a lodging at a Thornycroft Farm, and thought she is a paying visitor, she soon integrates into the household and begins shepherding the geese. During her three week adventure she keeps a diary and records amusing little anecdotes and some of her observations about farm life Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856-1923) was an American educator and author of children's stories, most notably the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. She started the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878 (the Silver Street Free Kindergarten). With her sister during the 1880s, she also established a training school for kindergarten teachers. Kate Wiggin devoted her adult life to the welfare of children in an era when children were commonly thought of as cheap labor.
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8075832728
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 87
Book Description
The Goose Girl is a young lady who, in seek of the safe haven and a place to rest her thoughts, becomes a paying guest at a Thornycroft Farm, a small poultry farm near the Barbury Green village in Sussex. After a quarrel with her suitor and upset with her family, she jolts around charming Sussex roads and stumbles upon the village of Barbury Green. She finds a lodging at a Thornycroft Farm, and thought she is a paying visitor, she soon integrates into the household and begins shepherding the geese. During her three week adventure she keeps a diary and records amusing little anecdotes and some of her observations about farm life Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856-1923) was an American educator and author of children's stories, most notably the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. She started the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878 (the Silver Street Free Kindergarten). With her sister during the 1880s, she also established a training school for kindergarten teachers. Kate Wiggin devoted her adult life to the welfare of children in an era when children were commonly thought of as cheap labor.
The Diary of a Goose Girl
Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 108
Book Description
A reprint from the original book.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 108
Book Description
A reprint from the original book.
The Diary of a Goose Girl
Author: Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN:
Category : England
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN:
Category : England
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
The Diary of a Goose Girl
Author: Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
In Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin's novel 'The Diary of a Goose Girl', readers are transported to the charming English countryside where we follow the adventures of a young girl named Rebecca as she tends to a flock of geese. Wiggin's delightful writing style, filled with whimsical descriptions and heartfelt moments, captures the innocence and curiosity of youth. Written in a diary format, the novel offers a unique peek into Rebecca's daily life and her interactions with the world around her, making it a perfect blend of fiction and reality. Set in the late 19th century, the book provides a glimpse into everyday rural life during that era, showcasing the simplicity and beauty of a bygone time. Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin's attention to detail and ability to evoke emotions through her writing make 'The Diary of a Goose Girl' a timeless classic that continues to enchant readers of all ages. Fans of historical fiction and coming-of-age stories will find this novel a delightful and heartwarming read that celebrates the joys of childhood and the wonders of nature.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 96
Book Description
In Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin's novel 'The Diary of a Goose Girl', readers are transported to the charming English countryside where we follow the adventures of a young girl named Rebecca as she tends to a flock of geese. Wiggin's delightful writing style, filled with whimsical descriptions and heartfelt moments, captures the innocence and curiosity of youth. Written in a diary format, the novel offers a unique peek into Rebecca's daily life and her interactions with the world around her, making it a perfect blend of fiction and reality. Set in the late 19th century, the book provides a glimpse into everyday rural life during that era, showcasing the simplicity and beauty of a bygone time. Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin's attention to detail and ability to evoke emotions through her writing make 'The Diary of a Goose Girl' a timeless classic that continues to enchant readers of all ages. Fans of historical fiction and coming-of-age stories will find this novel a delightful and heartwarming read that celebrates the joys of childhood and the wonders of nature.
The Celtic Mythology
Author: T. W. Rolleston
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
This eBook edition of "The Celtic Mythology" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. This edition of Celtic Myths and Legends represents a selected collection of Irish tales, Welsh myths & Arthurian legends. There are numerous stories from the Celtic mythology but also there are facts about their history and religion, about where they came from, where they went and where they are now. Contents: The Celts in Ancient History The Religion of the Celts The Irish Invasion Myths The Early Milesian Kings Tales of the Ultonian Cycle Tales of the Ossianic Cycle The Voyage of Maeldūn Myths and Tales of the Cymry
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
This eBook edition of "The Celtic Mythology" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. This edition of Celtic Myths and Legends represents a selected collection of Irish tales, Welsh myths & Arthurian legends. There are numerous stories from the Celtic mythology but also there are facts about their history and religion, about where they came from, where they went and where they are now. Contents: The Celts in Ancient History The Religion of the Celts The Irish Invasion Myths The Early Milesian Kings Tales of the Ultonian Cycle Tales of the Ossianic Cycle The Voyage of Maeldūn Myths and Tales of the Cymry
The Goose Girl
Author: Shannon Hale
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1408812002
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 397
Book Description
'Hale's writing is beautiful, with a vivid eye for detail' Daily Telegraph Anidora-Kiladra Talianna Isilee, Crown Princess of Kilindree, spent the first years of her life listening to her aunt's incredible stories, and learning the language of the birds. Little knowing how valuable her aunt's strange knowledge would prove to be when she grew older. From the Grimm's fairy tale of the princess who became a goose girl before she could become a queen, Shannon Hale has woven an incredible, original and magical tale of a girl who must understand her own incredible talents before she can overcome those who wish her harm. Shannon Hale has drawn on her incredible gift for storytelling to create a powerful and magical grown-up fairytale.
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1408812002
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 397
Book Description
'Hale's writing is beautiful, with a vivid eye for detail' Daily Telegraph Anidora-Kiladra Talianna Isilee, Crown Princess of Kilindree, spent the first years of her life listening to her aunt's incredible stories, and learning the language of the birds. Little knowing how valuable her aunt's strange knowledge would prove to be when she grew older. From the Grimm's fairy tale of the princess who became a goose girl before she could become a queen, Shannon Hale has woven an incredible, original and magical tale of a girl who must understand her own incredible talents before she can overcome those who wish her harm. Shannon Hale has drawn on her incredible gift for storytelling to create a powerful and magical grown-up fairytale.
The Greatest Works of Kate Douglas Wiggin (Illustrated Edition)
Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 3927
Book Description
This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of Contents: Rebecca of Sunnybrook Series: Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm New Chronicles of Rebecca The Flag-Raising Penelope Hamilton Series: Penelope's English Experiences Penelope's Experiences in Scotland Penelope's Irish Experiences Penelope's Postscripts The Homespun Trilogy: Rose o' the River The Old Peabody Pew Susanna and Sue Other Novels: A Summer in a Cañon: A California Story Polly Oliver's Problem: A Story for Girls The Birds' Christmas Carol The Romance of a Christmas Card Timothy's Quest Marm Lisa Mother Carey's Chickens The Diary of a Goose Girl A Cathedral Courtship The Story of Waitstill Baxter The Story of Patsy Short Stories: The Village Watch-Tower Tom O' the Blueb'ry Plains The Nooning Tree The Fore-Room Rug A Village Stradivarius The Eventful Trip of the Midnight Cry Ladies-in-Waiting Miss Thomasina Tucker The Turning-Point Huldah the Prophetess Two on a Tour Philippa's Nervous Prostration Anthologies: The Arabian Nights: Their Best Known Tales The Fairy Ring Tales of Wonder Every Child Should Know The Talking Beasts: A Book of Fable Wisdom The Story Hour: A Book for the Home and the Kindergarten Golden Numbers: A Book of Verse for Youth The Posy Ring: A Book of Verse for Children Pinafore Palace Other Works: The Girl and the Kingdom: Learning to Teach The Republic of Childhood: Froebel's Gifts Children's Rights: A Book of Nursery Logic Bluebeard: A Musical Fantasy The Girl Scouts: A Training School for Womanhood Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856-1923) was an American educator and author of children's stories, most notably the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. She devoted her adult life to the welfare of children in an era when children were commonly thought of as cheap labor.
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 3927
Book Description
This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of Contents: Rebecca of Sunnybrook Series: Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm New Chronicles of Rebecca The Flag-Raising Penelope Hamilton Series: Penelope's English Experiences Penelope's Experiences in Scotland Penelope's Irish Experiences Penelope's Postscripts The Homespun Trilogy: Rose o' the River The Old Peabody Pew Susanna and Sue Other Novels: A Summer in a Cañon: A California Story Polly Oliver's Problem: A Story for Girls The Birds' Christmas Carol The Romance of a Christmas Card Timothy's Quest Marm Lisa Mother Carey's Chickens The Diary of a Goose Girl A Cathedral Courtship The Story of Waitstill Baxter The Story of Patsy Short Stories: The Village Watch-Tower Tom O' the Blueb'ry Plains The Nooning Tree The Fore-Room Rug A Village Stradivarius The Eventful Trip of the Midnight Cry Ladies-in-Waiting Miss Thomasina Tucker The Turning-Point Huldah the Prophetess Two on a Tour Philippa's Nervous Prostration Anthologies: The Arabian Nights: Their Best Known Tales The Fairy Ring Tales of Wonder Every Child Should Know The Talking Beasts: A Book of Fable Wisdom The Story Hour: A Book for the Home and the Kindergarten Golden Numbers: A Book of Verse for Youth The Posy Ring: A Book of Verse for Children Pinafore Palace Other Works: The Girl and the Kingdom: Learning to Teach The Republic of Childhood: Froebel's Gifts Children's Rights: A Book of Nursery Logic Bluebeard: A Musical Fantasy The Girl Scouts: A Training School for Womanhood Kate Douglas Wiggin (1856-1923) was an American educator and author of children's stories, most notably the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. She devoted her adult life to the welfare of children in an era when children were commonly thought of as cheap labor.
The Diary of a Goose Girl
Author: Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 117
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 117
Book Description
The Athenaeum
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 860
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 860
Book Description
The Story Hour
Author: Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Children
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Children
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description