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A gentle summer day brings sister Caroline and her beloved lamb Daisy together in anticipation of a long‑awaited reunion with brother Herbert. When the carriage arrives, the children share bright stories of school adventures, playful teasing, and the promise of wandering fields to gather wildflowers. Their warm‑hearted nurse watches over them, hoping that kindness will soften Herbert’s occasional temper.
The next morning a sudden rain threatens to wash away their plans for a countryside walk, but Caroline’s concern for her brother’s disappointment reveals the depth of her caring nature. As the family gathers around breakfast, they discuss how the rain, though inconvenient, nourishes the earth and brings new possibilities. This tender opening sets the stage for a tale that celebrates the simple magic found in everyday kindness and the bond between siblings.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (59K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2007-03-25
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1839–1898
A prolific Scottish storyteller, she wrote dozens of books for young readers and also had a gift for making science feel clear and approachable. Publishing as “Mrs. George Cupples,” she built a wide-ranging career that blended adventure, curiosity, and Victorian family reading.
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