Little Prudy's Sister Susy

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Little Prudy's Sister Susy

by Sophie May

EN·~2 hours·13 chapters

Chapters

13 total

PREFACE.

0:33

CHAPTER I. - KEEPING SECRETS.

7:04

CHAPTER II. - BEFORE DAYLIGHT.

7:07

CHAPTER III. - SUSY'S CHRISTMAS.

12:18

CHAPTER IV. - SUSY'S WINGS.

10:32

CHAPTER V. - PRUDY'S TROUBLE.

12:39

CHAPTER VI. - ROSY FRANCES EASTMAN MARY.

18:45

CHAPTER VII. - LITTLE TROUBLES.

13:33

CHAPTER VIII. - ANNIE LOVEJOY.

14:43

CHAPTER IX. - MORAL COURAGE.

11:47

Description

In a snug New England home, three spirited sisters—thoughtful Susy, bright‑eyed Prudy, and the quiet little Dotty—prepare for the magic of Christmas. Their father, mother, kindly grandmother, and Irish servant fill the house with warmth, while Aunt Madge’s visit adds an extra sparkle to the holiday season. The story opens with the girls buzzing with plans, each dreaming of gifts and secret projects that reflect their distinct personalities.

Susy, the oldest, is clever and nimble, always scheming with pins and yarn to create something special for the family. Prudy, ever curious, watches Susy’s hands and teases the mystery, while Dotty communicates in gestures learned from a deaf boy, reminding listeners that love often speaks without words. As the children whisper about a hidden present for Aunt Madge, the narrative gently explores themes of patience, kindness, and the quiet strength that comes from facing life’s small hardships together.

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Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (134K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2004-11-29

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Sophie May

Sophie May

1833–1906

A pioneer of lively, realistic children's fiction, this 19th-century American writer won generations of young readers with the beloved Little Prudy books and many other stories. Writing as Sophie May, she brought humor and warmth to everyday family life without turning her tales into lectures.

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