
In a quiet countryside, the modest villa Conifera sits beside a sprawling garden and a dense pine forest that stretches toward a wide heath. Twelve‑year‑old Arthur Mung hurries home with his lively black poodle, Pandoer, after a hurried trek through the woods, arriving just as his grandmother prepares tea for an unexpected visit from aunt, uncle, and a special guest named Lili. The household buzzes with chatter, fresh fruit, and the warm clatter of dishes, setting a scene of familial comfort and anticipation.
The real surprise comes when Lili, who has been confined to a wheelchair, steps forward on her own feet, her smile lighting the room and drawing delighted reactions from everyone, especially Arthur. Their joy is palpable as the family celebrates her recovery, sharing laughter and gentle hugs while the afternoon tea continues. This tender moment hints at new adventures for the children as they explore the world beyond Conifera’s garden.
Language
nl
Duration
~2 hours (132K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg
Release date
2021-07-28
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1847–1936
A Dutch writer of children's books, she published lively stories for young readers from the late 19th century into the early 20th. Her work includes animal tales, family stories, and books set in everyday Dutch life.
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