The Peterkin Papers

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The Peterkin Papers

by Lucretia P. (Lucretia Peabody) Hale

EN·~4 hours·28 chapters

Chapters

28 total

BY - LUCRETIA P. HALE

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With Illustrations

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BOSTON AND NEW YORK - HOUGHTON, MIFFLIN AND COMPANY - The Riverside Press, Cambridge. - 1893

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THE PETERKIN PAPERS - Dedicated - TO MEGGIE - (THE DAUGHTER OF THE LADY FROM PHILADELPHIA) - TO WHOM THESE STORIES WERE FIRST TOLD

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PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION OF THE PETERKIN PAPERS.

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THE PETERKIN PAPERS.

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THE LADY WHO PUT SALT IN HER COFFEE.

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ABOUT ELIZABETH ELIZA'S PIANO.

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THE PETERKINS TRY TO BECOME WISE.

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MRS. PETERKIN WISHES TO GO TO DRIVE.

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Description

A sprightly family lives at the heart of a bustling little town, where everyday chores turn into comedy gold. The opening scene finds Mrs. Peterkin bewildered by a salty cup of coffee, and the whole household rallies to find a remedy—from a thoughtful chemist to the resourceful children in their rubber boots. Their gentle banter, quick wit, and heartfelt teamwork set the tone for a series of bright, modest adventures that celebrate the oddities of domestic life.

The collection unfolds as a succession of charming episodes: the Peterkins’ attempts to out‑smart one another, a snowy misadventure, a bustling Christmas tree, and a lively picnic that spirals into playful chaos. Each story is peppered with warm humor, a touch of moral sense, and vivid illustrations that bring the family’s quirks to life. Ideal for listeners who enjoy light, family‑focused tales that sparkle with affection and a dash of good‑natured mayhem.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (240K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Sankar Viswanathan, Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2008-05-30

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Lucretia P. (Lucretia Peabody) Hale

Lucretia P. (Lucretia Peabody) Hale

1820–1900

Best known for the delightfully absurd Peterkin stories, this 19th-century American writer brought dry wit and warmth to both children’s fiction and adult novels. Her work gently poked fun at family life, social manners, and well-meaning foolishness.

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