Keltaisen talon lapset by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
QR code
"Keltaisen talon lapset" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the Carey family, particularly focusing on the strong and nurturing character of Carey-äiti (Mother Carey) and her children, whose lively interactions dramatize their close-knit family life amid challenges. As they navigate the difficulties posed by their father's illness and eventual passing, themes of family, resilience, and love emerge prominently. At the
start of the narrative, we see Carey-äiti preparing to leave for a time while her ailing husband is being cared for. The children, including Gilbert, Nancy, Kathleen, and little Peter, express their deep attachment and sadness over her departure. The opening scene paints a vivid picture of a loving household, highlighting the children's personalities, the looming uncertainty of their father's health, and their mutual support. As the storyline unfolds, readers are introduced to the family's dynamics and the emotional turmoil they face, setting the stage for further exploration of the relationships within this affectionate family unit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc. → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith, 1856-1923 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Swan, Toini, 1870-1949 |
| Uniform Title | Mother Carey's chickens. Finnish |
| Title | Keltaisen talon lapset |
| Credits | Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 39.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Families -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mother and child -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63921 |
| Release Date | Nov 30, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 367 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!