
VERONICA - And Other Friends
BY LOUISE BROOKS.
VERONICA.
CHAPTER I. - A VISIT TO THE DOCTOR.
CHAPTER II. - WITH FRESH COURAGE.
CHAPTER III. - NINE YEARS LATER.
CHAPTER IV. - ALL AT HOME.
CHAPTER V. - UPON UNSAFE PATHS.
CHAPTER VI. - LAME SABINA GIVES GOOD ADVICE.
CHAPTER VII. - A THUNDER CLAP.
In the remote Alpine village of Tannenegg, a fierce northern wind has just claimed another life, leaving a house hushed by grief. Inside, two cousins—Veronica, a solemn little girl clutching a cherished “Fortune rose,” and her bright‑eyed brother—watch their caretaker scramble for comfort amid the sorrow. The rose, a simple painted flower from a hymn book, suddenly opens to reveal a shimmering golden verse, sparking wonder in the children’s hearts.
That unexpected magic becomes the thread that pulls the siblings into a world of quiet bravery and hidden counsel. As they explore the secret of the glowing flower, they learn that even in the bleakest winter the smallest wonder can light a path forward. The story unfolds with gentle humor and heartfelt moments, inviting listeners to share in the children’s discovery of courage, friendship, and the quiet strength found in everyday miracles.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (168K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Emmy and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Release date
2005-01-07
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1827–1901
Best known for creating Heidi, she turned memories of Swiss mountain life into one of the most beloved stories in children's literature. Her books mix warmth, hardship, and a deep sympathy for the feelings of children.
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