Judy

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Judy

by Temple Bailey

EN·~4 hours

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Description

In a sun‑kissed orchard where plum trees stand stark against a sapphire sky, young Anne spins daydreams with her cat Belinda and a spry crow named Becky Sharp. The quiet country scene is interrupted when Judge Jameson’s carriage rolls up, bringing his daughter Judy—a girl in a pristine white hat and lace‑trimmed frock—along with the promise of a new companionship. As Anne watches the polished newcomer, the contrast between her simple, fragrant world and Judy’s polished city air is both striking and endearing.

Judy’s arrival at the modest gray cottage sets the stage for a gentle clash of habits and values. While Anne offers the judge’s party a humble spread of bread and milk, the little grandmother reminds her that generosity lies in spirit, not abundance. The meeting hints at an unfolding friendship that will test both girls’ notions of home, kindness, and the allure of something unfamiliar.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (276K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2006-03-14

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Temple Bailey

Temple Bailey

1869–1953

Known for warm, romantic novels with a strong sense of home and character, this once-bestselling American writer reached a huge audience in the early 20th century. Her stories often mixed sentiment, faith, and everyday drama in a way that made them especially popular with magazine and book readers of the time.

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