Polly Oliver's Problem

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Polly Oliver's Problem

by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin

EN·~4 hours·25 chapters

Chapters

25 total
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\[Frontispiece: Portrait of Mrs. Wiggin\]

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by - Kate Douglas Wiggin

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3

With a Biographical Sketch, Portrait, and Illustrations

12:07
4

E-text prepared by Al Haines

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5

KATE DOUGLAS WIGGIN.

17:28
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POLLY OLIVER'S PROBLEM - A STORY FOR GIRLS

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POLLY OLIVER'S PROBLEM.

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CHAPTER I. - A DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE.

15:28
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CHAPTER II. - FORECASTING THE FUTURE.

19:32
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CHAPTER III - THE DOCTOR GIVES POLLY A PRESCRIPTION.

9:11

Description

In a quiet New England town framed by rolling hills and the gentle flow of the Saco River, Polly Oliver is known for her bright curiosity and boundless energy. When a small but stubborn difficulty arises—whether it’s a misbehaving piano, a missing schoolbook, or a neighborhood misunderstanding—Polly’s determination turns the ordinary into an adventure. The story captures the charm of a close‑knit community, where neighbors gather on porches and children’s laughter fills the air.

Through her clever schemes and heartfelt honesty, Polly learns that solutions often require more than clever tricks; they need patience, friendship, and a willingness to see things from another’s view. Readers will be drawn into the warm, homespun humor and gentle lessons that echo the timeless values of kindness and responsibility, making Polly’s first great challenge both relatable and uplifting.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (235K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-04-15

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin

Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin

1856–1923

Best known for the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, she also helped shape early kindergarten education in the United States. Her work brought together a teacher's faith in childhood and a storyteller's gift for warm, lively characters.

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