
In bustling, fog‑laden London of the early 1900s lives a bright‑spirited nine‑year‑old named Peggy. Though she has been blind since birth, her family affectionately calls her “Little Sunbeam,” and she navigates the crowded streets with a confidence that belies her disability. With her brother Billy at her side, she helps with everyday chores and dreams of the simple pleasures that a toy shop window promises.
One chilly February afternoon, the siblings venture out for a modest errand, only to find themselves caught in the chaotic flow of traffic. A sudden mishap—an errant carriage and a startled horse—throws Peggy into danger, drawing the attention of a nearby policeman and a gathering crowd. This precarious moment sets the stage for a touching exploration of resilience, familial love, and the quiet courage of a child who refuses to let her lack of sight dim her spirit.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (140K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
London: National Society's Depository, 1905.
Release date
2023-11-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
A prolific English writer of children's and young adult fiction, she built stories around courage, kindness, family life, and steady moral choices. Her books were widely read in the late Victorian and early 20th-century period, and many still feel warm and approachable today.
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