The Girls of Friendly Terrace; or, Peggy Raymond's Success

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The Girls of Friendly Terrace; or, Peggy Raymond's Success

by Harriet L. (Harriet Lummis) Smith

EN·~5 hours

Chapters

Description

A charming slice of early‑twentieth‑century small‑town life unfolds on the sun‑dappled lanes of Friendly Terrace, where tidy cottages seem to smile at one another across neat lawns. The neighborhood buzzes with the chatter of its resident girls—tall, thoughtful Priscilla; sweet‑toothed Amy; and the ever‑watchful Ruth—each bringing her own quirks to the close‑knit circle. When word spreads that Peggy Raymond, the beloved daughter who has been away, is finally returning, the whole street erupts in eager anticipation, from the mothers at their windows to the family dog that seems to sense the excitement.

Peggy’s homecoming becomes the catalyst for a series of lively gatherings, impromptu games, and heartfelt conversations that reveal the characters’ hopes, insecurities, and the simple joys of growing up together. As the girls navigate friendships, small misunderstandings, and the rhythms of everyday life, their shared experiences paint a vivid portrait of community spirit and youthful optimism, inviting listeners to step into a world where every porch swing and neighborhood bake‑sale feels like a warm, familiar hug.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~5 hours (344K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2014-04-14

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Harriet L. (Harriet Lummis) Smith

Harriet L. (Harriet Lummis) Smith

1866–1947

A prolific American storyteller, poet, and columnist, she wrote with a warm, accessible style that reached readers through magazines, newspapers, and popular books. Her long career stretched from verse and short fiction into novels, including several Pollyanna sequels.

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