Four Little Blossoms at Brookside Farm

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Four Little Blossoms at Brookside Farm

by Mabel C. Hawley

EN·~2 hours

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Description

The story opens on a bright morning in the sleepy town of Oak Hill, where the spirited Blossom siblings—Meg, Bobby, Dot, and little Twaddles—set off on an adventure that quickly turns into a small rescue mission. Their playful banter and tight‑knit family dynamic are instantly charming, and the vivid description of the town’s winding streets, the bustling post office, and the clanging trolley car paints a lively picture of early‑20th‑century life.

When a stray dog is injured on the tracks, Meg’s fearless compassion leads the children to intervene, showcasing her love for animals and her willingness to act without hesitation. Along the way, the siblings’ personalities shine: Bobby’s responsible nature, Dot’s sweet determination, and Twaddles’ cheerful optimism. The scene captures the innocence of childhood curiosity while hinting at the deeper bonds that will guide the Blossoms through the day’s unfolding events.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~2 hours (159K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2009-08-03

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

MC

Mabel C. Hawley

Best known for the cheerful Four Little Blossoms books, this name was used for lively children's stories created for the Stratemeyer Syndicate. The books carry the warm, everyday spirit of early 20th-century family fiction.

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