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RANDY AND HER FRIENDS - BY - AMY BROOKS
For Younger Readers.
ILLUSTRATIONS
RANDY AND HER FRIENDS
CHAPTER I - THROUGH THE FIELDS
CHAPTER II - A CHEERFUL GIVER
CHAPTER III - GOSSIP
CHAPTER IV - THE DISTRICT SCHOOL
CHAPTER V - RANDY'S JOURNEY
Randy Weston, a spirited country girl, spends a lazy summer day wandering the pasture with her trusted mare, Snowfoot. After winning a modest prize for her schoolwork, she is suddenly faced with the delightful dilemma of deciding how to spend a crisp five‑dollar gold piece. Her thoughts drift between the simple pleasures of village life and the tempting mysteries of a distant city, prompting a series of light‑hearted musings that capture her curiosity and independence.
As Randy follows a familiar footpath toward a shaded grove, she encounters a handful of characters who each offer a glimpse of the world beyond her hillside home. From a cheerful giver to the bustling district school, these early encounters set the stage for friendships that will shape her summer adventures. The story blends gentle humor with a warm sense of place, inviting listeners to share in Randy’s youthful optimism and the small, joyous decisions that define growing up.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (219K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2005-02-19
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

A prolific early 20th-century children's author and illustrator, she is best remembered for the popular Dorothy Dainty books. Her stories helped make everyday adventures feel lively, warm, and full of charm for young readers.
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