
Books by Laura E. Richards.
PEGGY - BY - LAURA E. RICHARDS
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS.
PEGGY.
CHAPTER I. - A NEW WORLD.
CHAPTER II. - THE BOX FROM FERNLEY.
CHAPTER III. - IN THE "GYM."
CHAPTER IV. - ENTER THE SCAPEGOAT.
CHAPTER V. - TO THE RESCUE.
CHAPTER VI. - THE OWL'S NEST.
A bright‑eyed girl named Peggy finds herself thrust into the bustling world of a New England boarding school, where a simple mix‑up with a cousin’s name lands her in a solitary dormitory meant for the proper Miss Montfort. From the moment she stumbles into the principal’s office, her clumsy charm and quick humor turn a nervous introduction into a lively start, setting the tone for a story that celebrates the thrills and embarrassments of growing up away from home.
As Peggy navigates hallway mishaps, new friendships, and the expectations of her teachers, she discovers that a misnamed identity can become a doorway to confidence. The narrative balances gentle comedy with heartfelt moments, offering listeners a vivid portrait of school life, camaraderie, and the small victories that shape a young girl’s sense of self. It’s a warm, engaging tale that captures the spirit of youthful adventure in a lovingly rendered New England setting.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (285K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
May 12, 2008
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1850–1943
A lively American writer of children’s stories, verse, and biography, she published more than 90 books and was especially loved for her playful nonsense rhymes. Born into the notable Howe family, she also helped preserve her parents’ story in a well-known joint biography.
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