| Author |
Alcott, Louisa May, 1832-1888 |
| Title |
Marjorie's Three Gifts
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Brandon Ryan, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Marjorie's Three Gifts" by Louisa May Alcott is a charming children's story written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around a young girl named Marjorie, who celebrates her twelfth birthday and experiences magical encounters that teach her valuable lessons about kindness, generosity, and the importance of seeing the beauty in everyday life. Alcott, renowned for her works like "Little Women," encapsulates themes of innocence and moral growth in this delightful tale. The story unfolds as Marjorie dreams of giving gifts to others on her birthday, reflecting her kind-hearted nature. She receives three significant gifts, embodying core values: a good-luck penny from an old man, a beautiful picture that encourages a sunny perspective, and finally, the love and joy that comes from friendship and shared experiences. As Marjorie interacts with whimsical characters and embarks on adventures, she learns that true happiness comes from giving and cherishing the simple joys of life, ultimately leading her to a sense of fulfillment and contentment as she navigates her special day. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Girls -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5352 |
| Release Date |
Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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