
audiobook
by Gabrielle E. (Gabrielle Emilie) Jackson
CHAPTER I—The Carruths
CHAPTER II—“Baltie”
CHAPTER III—The Spirit of Mad Anthony
CHAPTER IV—Baltie is Rescued
CHAPTER V—A New Member of the Family
CHAPTER VI—Blue Monday
CHAPTER VII—Mammy Generalissimo
CHAPTER VIII—Chemical Experiments
CHAPTER IX—Spontaneous Combustion
CHAPTER X—Readjustment
A brisk, rain‑soaked afternoon in the bustling town of Riveredge sets the stage for the lively Carruth household. Ten‑year‑old Jean, the youngest of three sisters, bursts with energy and curiosity, demanding a chance to escape the dreary weather and visit a sick friend. Her older sisters, Constance and Eleanor, balance patience with gentle teasing as they try to keep the household’s routine intact while their mother prepares for a move to a girls’ college in Iowa.
The narrative captures the everyday struggles and small triumphs of sisterly life—hand‑sewn hats, French Revolution lessons, and the simple joy of splashing through puddles in rubber boots. As Jean’s spirited determination pushes the boundaries of her sheltered world, readers are invited to share in the warmth, humor, and budding independence that define the girls’ early adventures together.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (275K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Nov 15, 2011
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

b. 1861
A prolific American writer for young readers, she created lively school stories and animal tales that were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Her books include the Peggy Stewart stories as well as titles like Caps and Capers and Pretty Polly Perkins.
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