Our Little Swedish Cousin by Claire Martha Coburn
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"Our Little Swedish Cousin" by Claire Martha Coburn is a children's book written in the early 20th century. This charming tale is part of the "Little Cousin Series," offering a glimpse into the life of a young Swedish girl named Sigrid. The story presents Sigrid's adventures, showcasing the customs, culture, and daily activities of children in Sweden, making it both educational and engaging for young readers. The opening of the book introduces
us to Sigrid, who is excited to use the new skates her father gifted her as she and her brothers prepare to enjoy a skating carnival in Stockholm. Sigrid's cheerful and industrious nature shines through as she rushes to join her siblings and governess, Miss Eklund, for the day's festivities. The scene reflects the joy of winter in Sweden, highlighting traditional winter activities and the family’s warmth during the holiday season. The narrative beautifully captures both Sigrid's youthful exuberance and the cultural backdrop of her world, which promises delightful experiences as her story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Coburn, Claire Martha, 1876-1963 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Bridgman, L. J. (Lewis Jesse), 1857-1931 |
| Illustrator | Woodberry, R. C. |
| Title | Our Little Swedish Cousin |
| Credits |
Produced by Emmy, Beth Baran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children -- Sweden -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43638 |
| Release Date | Sep 4, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 428 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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