
The - LITTLEST REBEL - By - EDWARD PEPLE
FOREWORD
CHAPTER I
CHAPTER II
CHAPTER III
CHAPTER IV
CHAPTER V
CHAPTER VI
CHAPTER VII
CHAPTER VIII
In the midst of a war‑torn South, a bright‑eyed seven‑year‑old named Virgie finds solace among the trees, her imagination turning a simple stick and a piece of moss into the fearsome “Blue Beard” of her make‑believe game. As her mother hurriedly patches together a dress from scraps, the children’s laughter and whispered stories offer a fragile escape from the surrounding hardships. Their carefree antics, set against the backdrop of a conflicted nation, reveal how even the smallest hearts can hold hope and compassion in turbulent times.
Through vivid scenes of backyard play and tender family moments, the narrative captures the quiet resilience of those left behind while battles rage elsewhere. It explores the gentle bonds between friends of different backgrounds, hinting at the deeper humanity that persists beyond the clash of North and South. Listeners will be drawn into a world where innocence challenges the shadows of war, reminding us that kindness often begins with a child’s simple, daring imagination.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (245K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Suzanne Lybarger, Josephine Paolucci and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Release date
Mar 19, 2005
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1869–1924
Best remembered for lively stage hits like The Prince Chap, The Littlest Rebel, and A Pair of Sixes, this American playwright had a knack for warm sentiment, quick comedy, and strong theatrical pacing. Before turning to writing full time, he worked for the railroad, a practical beginning that makes his later success in the theater all the more striking.
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