
Set against the bustling backdrop of Revolutionary New England, the story follows a spirited young girl who has taken refuge with a kindly family after her father’s ship was seized. When a friendly invitation arrives to travel overland to Boston, she eagerly prepares for a journey unlike any the coastal town has known, hoping to see new places and meet familiar faces along the way. The anticipation of the trip sparks lively conversations with her cousins and the supportive adults who watch over her, hinting at the challenges of travel in a time when roads are scarce and the sea dominates daily life.
As the little girl and her eager companion set off, the narrative weaves together the everyday rhythms of colonial life with the looming tensions of war. Readers will glimpse the camaraderie of close‑knit families, the excitement of a rare overland adventure, and the subtle ways the conflict with England touches even the simplest moments. The tale offers a warm, historically rich portrait of courage and curiosity, inviting listeners to experience the hopes and fears of a young heart in an era of change.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (225K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by D. Alexander, Nannette Lewis and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
2008-12-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1860–1958
Known for lively historical stories for young readers, this American writer helped generations of children imagine life in early America. Her best-known books include the long-running Little Maid historical series and several Yankee Girl novels.
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