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In a charming twist of fate, Mr. Neilson dreams of naming his firstborn after his childhood friend, William Henshaw. But when he is greeted with the unexpected news of a baby girl, he finds solace in naming her Billy. Now 18 and orphaned, Miss Billy decides to seek help from her namesake, unaware that Mr. Henshaw has no idea she exists—and believes she is a boy! Join Eleanor H. Porter, the talented early 20th-century author known for her beloved works like “Pollyanna” and its sequel, as she weaves a delightful tale of identity and connection. (Summary by Maria Therese)

Oh, Money! Money! is a heartfelt and insightful tale about the challenges and transformations that wealth brings into ordinary lives. When unexpected fortune falls into the hands of people unprepared for its power, it tests their values, relationships, and sense of purpose. With humor, warmth, and sharp observations, the story explores how money can both unite and divide, offering lessons on integrity, generosity, and the true meaning of happiness.

In this heartwarming dramatic reading, Pollyanna embarks on a summer adventure in Boston, staying with the cantankerous yet affluent Ruth Carew. Isolated in a bustling city, away from her familiar friends and restricted from engaging with strangers, Pollyanna’s optimism begins to wane. As she navigates the challenges of her teenage years and into adulthood, will her unwavering spirit and the beloved glad game help her find joy amidst the shadows of persistent grumpiness, disabilities, poverty, and profound personal loss? Join us for a journey of resilience and hope.

In this heartwarming sequel, Pollyanna has overcome her debilitating spinal injury and is now able to walk again. She moves to Boston to live with the sorrowful Mrs. Carew, who is desperately searching for her lost nephew, while Aunt Polly travels abroad with her new husband, Dr. Chilton. As Pollyanna navigates her new life in the bustling city, she forms new friendships and embarks on exciting adventures. However, a surprising twist in the lives of both Aunt Polly and Pollyanna forces her to devise a clever solution that unites her old friends from Beldingsville with her new companions. Along...

In a quaint town out West, 11-year-old Pollyanna faces unimaginable loss as she tragically loses both her mother and father to illness. Sent to live with her aunt in the far East, Pollyanna discovers that her new guardian is not eager to have her. Reluctantly taken in out of a sense of obligation, Aunt Polly confines her to a cramped, sweltering attic room, hoping to keep her out of sight. But what Aunt Polly doesnt realize is that Pollyanna carries with her the joyful game of being glad, a lesson from her father. With her infectious optimism, Pollyanna is destined to uplift not only the ...

In a small town far out West, 11 year old Pollyanna loses her mother then her dad to disease. This book describes how the orphan is sent to be raised by her aunt who lives far away in the East of the country. Unfortunately her aunt does not want her but accepts her very reluctantly only out of 'duty' and sticks her into a tiny hot attic room so she will be 'out of the way'. What Aunt Polly does not know is that Pollyanna is bringing the game of being 'glad' that her father taught her and that her irrepressible happy attitude will transform not only that dull and miserable house, but an entire ...

In a small town far out West, 11 year old Pollyanna loses her mother then her dad to disease. This book describes how the orphan is sent to be raised by her aunt who lives far away in the East of the country. Unfortunately her aunt does not want her but accepts her very reluctantly only out of 'duty' and sticks her into a tiny hot attic room so she will be 'out of the way'. What Aunt Polly does not know is that Pollyanna is bringing the game of being 'glad' that her father taught her and that her irrepressible happy attitude will transform not only that dull and miserable house, but an entire ...

The Story of Margaret, to give it its full title, is delightful story about a little girl’s resilience and a mother’s unwavering love, from the beloved author of Pollyanna. Margaret Kendall (the Margaret of the story) has known nothing but love, wealth and privilege for the first five years of her life. An accident during a visit with her mother to New York City leaves little Margaret alone and fending for herself. While her mother searches desperately for her, Margaret has to do the best she can by herself.

Pollyanna se vê obrigada a ir morar em Boston, longe de sua amada tia. Acolhida pela triste senhora Carew, ela percebe que as pessoas da cidade grande estão sempre fechadas e não gostam muito de conversar... Solitária mas sorridente, Pollyanna não se deixa abater e logo descobre como liberar a senhora Carew de sua infelicidade!

Eleanor Porter wrote this wonderful novel two years after the runaway success of her book "Pollyanna". Though also a bestseller at the time, "Just David" has rarely been reprinted since its release in 1916. It is the story of David, a charming little boy of 10 who is suddenly transplanted from a world of music (he plays the violin) in the mountains with his father, to the provincialism of a workaday small town. But even more, it is the story of how David transplants his own character, courage and happiness into the lives of the people he meets, and wins their love and respect.

Poliana conta a história de uma jovem que só vê o lado bom das coisas. Audiolivro narrado com vozes de dez atores que fazem os diferentes personagens e ambientado por vários efeitos sonoros.

Pollyanna is a kind novel advocating an optimistic outlook, which is summarized in a famous quote 'When you look for the bad in mankind expecting to find it, you surely will'. Pollyanna, a young orphan, is living with her stern aunt, who is taking care of her out of 'sense of duty'. Under any circumstances Pollyanna prefers to see only their best side, taking joy in simplest things, she affects everyone around her. Hence a popular term 'Pollyannaism', or the Pollyanna Principle, a subconscious bias towards the positive.

Miss Polly Harrington was content in her solitary life as a wealthy spinster, enjoying her quiet and orderly homestead in Vermont. She didn't care that her staff whispered and grumbled about her behind her back...she liked things the way they were. Until one day, a letter arrived from a far Western town, informing her of a newly-orphaned niece with nowhere to go.

Pollyanna, désormais guérie du grave accident de santé qu'elle a dû affronter dans le 1er tome de ses aventures, part vivre à Boston auprès de Mrs Carew dont le cœur a été brisé par la mort d'un neveu. Pollyanna se fait de nouveaux amis et leur enseigne le "jeu du contentement" qui illumine sa vision de la vie. Mais comment grandir sans rencontrer de nouvelles difficultés ? L'inventivité de Pollyanna dans l'art de surmonter les coups du sort n'a pas son pareil.

Quand le père de la jeune Pollyanna Whittier décède, la petite fille est envoyée vivre chez sa tante Polly à Beldingsville, dans le Vermont. Mais autant Pollyanna est lumineuse et passionnée, autant sa tante hurle dès qu'une porte claque ou qu'une fenêtre reste ouverte. Cependant Pollyanna a été élevée en apprenant à voir toujours le bon côté des choses, grâce au jeu du bonheur. Peu importe que la situation soit dramatique, il est toujours possible de trouver matière à être heureux. Un dîner composé de pain et de lait dans la cuisine est accueilli avec ravissement.

Pollyanna is a best-selling 1913 novel by Eleanor H. Porter that is now considered a classic of children's literature, with the title character's name becoming a popular term for someone with the same very optimistic outlook.

When Pollyanna Whittier's loving but impoverished father dies, she is left orphaned and alone. Her wealthy spinster aunt, Aunt Polly, agrees to take her in, so she and her few belongs are packed onto an eastbound train. Pollyanna looks forward to living with her aunt, but Aunt Polly is cold and strict. She puts Pollyanna in a musty attic room and expects her to keep quiet and stay out of the way.

Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter is a children's book focusing on the life of a little orphan girl. The orphan Pollyanna is forced to live with her strict Aunt Polly, who resents having to look after Pollyanna, because both of her parents passed away.

The hard hearts of Aunt Polly, Mrs. Snow and "the man" are no match for the appealing ways of the eternally optimistic Pollyanna.

Since it first appeared in 1913, Pollyanna has become an enduring favorite with children. The tale of an orphan who maintains a strongly positive view of the world despite adversity has a strong affect on listeners of all ages, even in the 21st century - and especially when read with such warmth by Laura Lefkow.