Rebecca of sunnybrook farm kate douglas wiggin, 1903 240 pp. Kate douglas wiggin september 28, 1856august 24, 1923 was an american educator and author of childrens stories, most notably the classic childrens novel rebecca of sunnybrook farm. Pdf rebecca of sunnybrook farm book by kate douglas wiggin. Though her aunts are determined to mold her into a proper young lady, the irrepressible rebecca soon turns the lives of the.
Rebeccas joy for life inspires her aunts, but she faces many trials in her young life, gaining wisdom and understanding. Kate douglas smith wiggin a simplified retelling of rebeccas adventures after she leaves her home at sunnybrook farm to go live in town with her spinster aunts, one harsh and demanding, the other soft and sentimental. This book is a adaption of the classic book rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas smith wiggin free. Find the complete rebecca of sunnybrook farm book series by eric e. Her first book was published in 1883, and by 1887 she had become a popular success. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm is a 1938 american musical comedy film directed by allan dwan and starring shirley temple, randolph scott, and bill robinson. As the book opens, tenyearold rebecca randall is traveling from temperance through maplewood back to riverboro to stay with her mothers.
Picture of the first edition houghton mifflin company boards for rebecca of sunnybrook farms. Social life and customs, older women, aunts, girls, fiction. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Rebecca s uncle harry leaves her with aunt miranda who forbids her to associate with show people. The screenplay by don ettlinger and karl tunberg is loosely based on kate douglas wiggins 1903 novel rebecca of sunnybrook farm. The primary appeal of rebecca of sunnybrook farm is its lively plot, which holds the attention of readers of all ages. The rebecca of sunnybrook farm book series by eric e. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggins nook. The day was as warm as midsummer, though it was only the middle of may, and mr. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm is a childrens novel written by kate douglas wiggin, published in 1903. The indomitable 10yearold rebecca has been sent away from her home at sunnybrook farm to live with her two spinster aunts in the quiet town of riverboro in order to be brought up as a proper little lady. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin free ebook. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm opens with elevenyearold rebecca rowena randalls journey by stagecoach from her familys farm to her aunts house in the maine village of riverboro.
Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin, 9780486428451, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Free download of rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin. A lifelong advocate of innovations in childrens education, she set up and ran the first free kindergarten in california for children from disadvantaged backgrounds. When rebecca rowena randall is sent to live with her spinster.
Summary in this 1903 childrens classic, 10yearold rebecca, energetic, highspirited, and full of mischief, goes to live with her spinster aunts, one harsh and demanding, the other soft and sentimental, and spends seven difficult but rewarding years growing up in their company. How to discuss a book helpful discussion tips generic discussion questionsfiction and nonfiction readthinktalk a guided reading chart also consider these litlovers talking points to help get a discussion started for rebecca of sunnybrook farm. Within each chapter you will find a preparation containing key words, necessary words, and people with the sound and word position within this sentence. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin goodreads. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas smith wiggin. The back dust jacket flap of rebecca of sunnybrook farms is blank. We are seven of rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin. Precocious, curious, and full of creative energy, rebecca isnt quite ready to be tamed yet. But the publication of rebecca of sunnybrook farm in 1903 won her major acclaim both here and in. Jeremiah cobb was favoring the horses as much as possible, yet never losing sight of the fact that he carried the mail. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm is a classic american 1903 childrens novel by kate douglas wiggin that tells the story of rebecca rowena randall and her aunts miranda and jane sawyer one stern and one kind, in the fictional village of riverboro, maine. Rebeccas uncle harry leaves her with aunt miranda who forbids her to associate with show people.
M4b audio book 112mb download cover art download cd case insert. When tenyearold rebecca randall comes to live with flinty aunt miranda and her sentimental sister jane in a small town in maine, they expect. I first read this book when i was seven, which was over forty years ago. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by.
There is a reason why a book becomes a classic and rebecca of sunnybrook farm is a clear example. Jeremiah cobb was favoring the horses as much as possible, yet never. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm wordsworth childrens classics. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin, paperback. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin 1903. Rebecca s family has fallen upon hard times, and the story opens with her leaving her childhood home to live with her two aunts miranda and jane sawyer. Discussion questions use our litlovers book club resources. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm is a delightful childrens novel by kate douglas wiggin that tells the story of rebecca rowena randall and her two stern aunts in the village of riverboro, maine. This book was converted into films and theater productions in the 1920s. Great deals on one book or all books in the series. But all things else about her drawn from maytime and the cheerful dawn. Maybe it was sold as a girls book, or maybe it just never fell in my path. Well written, morally sound, with a spirited and compassionate main character, this story will take you back to simpler times when values where different and respect a must.
Rebecca of sunnybrook farm free pdf, djvu, doc, fb2. Free download or read online rebecca of sunnybrook farm pdf epub book. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. Ed tadiello talkative, tenyearold rebecca goes to live with her spinster aunts, one harsh and demanding, the other soft and sentimental, with whom she. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. Choose the part of rebecca of sunnybrook farm which you want to read from the table of contents to get started. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 184 pages and is available in hardcover format. Eric wiggin, a greatnephew of the author, wrote updated versions of several rebecca books, including a concluding story.
Picture of the first edition title page for rebecca of sunnybrook farms. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm is a delightful childrens novel by kate douglas wiggin which tells the. Book rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas smith wiggin. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm book series thriftbooks. The adapter eliza gatewood warren did do a good job of retelling the story in a more brief and concise manner, so younger readers can follow along better. Her most popular book, kate douglas wiggins was a writer and educator. But neighbor anthony kent is a talent scout who secretly set it up for her to broadcast. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin in djvu, doc, fb2 download e book. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm version 2 dramatic reading kate douglas wiggin 1856 1923 when tenyearold rebecca randall arrives at her aunts brick house in riverboro, she is not exactly welcomed with the open arms one would hope for. After returning home from my moms funeral i had started two other books but was struggling.
Rebecca of sunnybrook farm audiobook by kate douglas. Shirley temple did a lot to make rebecca famous when. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm is a delightful childrens novel by kate douglas wiggin that tells the story of rebecca rowena randall and her two stern aunts in the village of riverboro, maine rebeccas family has fallen upon hard times, and the story opens with her leaving her childhood home to live with her two aunts miranda and jane sawyer. Rebecca s joy for life inspires her aunts, but she faces many trials in her young life, gaining wisdom and understanding. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin to my mother her eyes as stars of twilight fair. She devoted her adult life to the welfare of children and worked closely with her sister, nora a. A dancing shape, an image gay, to haunt, to startle, and waylay. Kate douglas wiggins rebecca of sunnybrook farm consists of 31 parts for ease of reading. Im a 68yearold male who never read rebecca of sunnybrook farm growing up. Rebeccas father has been dead for three years and her mother is unable to cope with the financial burden of raising seven children. With her family in financial difficulties, rebecca is sent to live with her two strict, unfeeling aunts, who do not appreciate the young girls charm and energy. The old stage coach was rumbling along the dusty road that runs from maplewood to riverboro. Why is it necessary for rebecca to leave her family and live with her aunts in. Jul 15, 2003 rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin, 9780486428451, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
I chose to read this book because ive always heard so much about it. Jul 21, 2017 published in 1903, rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate wiggin douglas is a classic american novel. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm summary the primary appeal of rebecca of sunnybrook farm is its lively plot, which holds the attention of readers of all ages. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm recalls a sweeter, more innocent and trusting time in our history. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm version 2 dramatic reading kate douglas wiggin 1856. Anyway, im very glad to have finally met rebecca and learned her story. A perpetual favorite and considered a classic of american childrens literature, the book also captures a period in american history that is long past, making it a charming bit of time travel for modern readers. I loved it then how i wished for a pink parasol like rebeccas.
Pdf rebecca of sunnybrook farm book by kate douglas. Ed tadiello talkative, tenyearold rebecca goes to live with her spinster aunts, one harsh and demanding, the other soft and sentimental, with whom she spends seven difficult but rewarding years growing up. Wiggin, kate douglas smith wiggin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. I loved it then how i wished for a pink parasol like rebecca s.
Kate douglas wiggin 1856 1923 rebecca goes to live with her two stern aunts in a village in maine. Published in 1903, rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate wiggin douglas is a classic american novel. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm is a classic american 1903 childrens novel by kate douglas wiggin that tells the story of rebecca rowena randall and her aunts, one stern and one kind, in the fictional village of riverboro, maine. Definitely a mustread for fans of lm montgomerys anne series. From the publisher from its first appearance in 1903, rebecca of sunnybrook farm has delighted generations of readers with its lively portrait of young rebecca rowena randall, who lived on a farm called sunnybrook. Rebecca must make new friends and must adjust to surroundings that are sometimes difficult. Young readers can identify with rebecca rowena randall because she is not the completely perfect, idealized child of many early twentiethcentury young adult novels. Main ideas in rebecca of sunnybrook farm pen and the pad. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin first.
Rebecca of sunnybrook farm is a classic american 1903 childrens novel by kate douglas. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm audiobook by kate douglas wiggin. Wiggin and kate douglas smith wiggin apr 1, 1994 2. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. With shirley temple, randolph scott, jack haley, gloria stuart. Author jack london wrote kate douglas wiggin a letter about her classic rebecca of sunnybrook farm from the headquarters of the first japanese army in manchuria in. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm is a popular book by kate douglas wiggin. The main characters of this classics, fiction story are. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm 9781555760465 by kate douglas wiggin. Rebeccas father has been dead for three years and her mother is unable. Today she is best known for rebecca of sunnybrook farm. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm, first edition abebooks.
Read rebecca of sunnybrook farm, free online version of the book by kate douglas wiggin, on. Trade publishing international about scholastic customer service contact us. Kate douglas wiggin wrote childrens books to finance the school she started in the slums of san francisco in 1878. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm, by kate douglas wiggin. Young readers can identify with rebecca rowena randall because she is not the completely perfect, idealized child of. Read rebecca of sunnybrook farm online, free books by kate. With mary pickford, eugene obrien, helen jerome eddy, charles ogle. Rebecca of sunnybrook farm by kate douglas wiggin in djvu, doc, fb2 download ebook. Kate douglas wiggin 18561923 was an american author, scholar, and songwriter. The first edition of the novel was published in 1903, and was written by kate douglas wiggin.