
Rebecca is a bright, outspoken girl with a head full of ideas and a heart that refuses to be quiet. When her mother sends her off on a stagecoach to stay with her aunts, the Sawyer sisters, the journey itself becomes an adventure—she watches the countryside rush by, clutches her pink parasol, and fills the ride with chatter about nightgowns and dreams. The bustling coach and its colorful passengers give a lively backdrop to her eager anticipation of a new home.
At the brick house in Riverboro, Rebecca meets the practical, no‑nonsense aunts who run a busy household, and she quickly discovers that life there runs on recipes, chores, and a strict schedule. Yet her imagination and love of stories push her to find ways to brighten the days, whether by turning chores into games or sharing tales with the other children. Listeners are drawn into her spirited attempts to fit in while staying true to the exuberant, curious spirit that makes her unforgettable.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (407K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Charles Keller. HTML version by Al Haines.
Release date
1996-04-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1856–1923
Best known for creating Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, this American author wrote warm, lively stories for children and adults that still feel inviting today. She also helped pioneer kindergarten education in the United States, bringing the same mix of imagination and care to her work beyond fiction.
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