
Meet Dotty Dimple, a bright‑eyed child whose moods swing between the fierce roar of a lion and the soft nuzzle of a lamb. In this charming first volume, listeners are invited into the bustling Parlin household, where Dotwise’s spirited outbursts and tender moments create a lively portrait of family life in a bygone era. The gentle narration, paired with vivid period illustrations, captures the everyday trials of caring for a child who loves to test limits while yearning for her mother’s reassurance.
Through Dotty’s morning mischief and her siblings’ patient responses, the story paints a picture of sibling solidarity and parental patience. Prudy’s calm demeanor and Susy’s occasional fretfulness balance Dotty’s tempestuous energy, offering listeners a warm glimpse of childhood dynamics. The tale’s humor and affection make it an endearing snapshot of 19th‑century domestic life, perfect for listeners who enjoy gentle, character‑driven stories.
As the day unfolds, Dotty’s “waking up wrong” sets the stage for a series of playful incidents that reveal both her stubborn streak and her capacity for growth. Listeners will find delight in the simple pleasures of home, the tender exchanges between siblings, and the timeless charm of a child learning to navigate her own spirited nature.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (119K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2008-05-08
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1833–1906
Remembered for lively, warmhearted stories for children, this 19th-century American writer helped shape early popular fiction for young readers. Writing as Sophie May, she became especially beloved for the Little Prudy books and other tales filled with family life, humor, and everyday adventures.
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