A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of A Little Princess
Book Review: A exellent book for any girl, or any age!
Summary: 5 Stars
"A Little Princess" was a simply magical and heart-warming experiance.It takes you back to the victorian era, where Sara Crewe, The "Little Princess", has just arrived at Miss Minchin's boarding school. Sara is easily liked and settles in quickly. When news comes that her father has died and that she no longer has any money, she goes from riches to rags. But as always there is a happy ending!Book Review: A magical story of a little girl's faith and determination.
Summary: 5 Stars
I read this book in third grade, after seeing the motion picture and loving it. That was five years ago - and this incredible story is still fresh in my mind. Sara Crewe's father sent her to a boarding school in London to keep her from the ill conditions of their home in India. All her life, Sara had been pampered and indulged in her every wish - but she is far from being spoiled and selfish. She obediently attends Miss Minchin's School for Girls and tries to ignore her longing for her father, who returns to business in India. Surrounded by admirers, expensive toys and clothes, Sara is just like the princess she makes believe she is. But then, her father dies of fever in India, penniless. Poor Sara is made a servant and is treated terribly. It is only her imagination that keeps her going - striving to remain a princess inside, her gentle and sweet manner is what finally brings her her reward.
A Little Princess is another wonderful story (one of my favorites of all time) by Francis Hodgson Burnett, illustrated by Tasha Tudor.
Book Review: A touching classic
Summary: 5 Stars
Anyone with even an ounce of sensitivity will sympathize with Sara Crewe when she is left a penniless orphan in the hands of the wicked Miss Minchin. Forsaken by everyone, she takes on the world armed only with her caring nature and her wonderful imagination.Book Review: A touching classic.
Summary: 5 Stars
This a VERY good book. It tells about a young girl(Sarah Crewe), who is very different from all the other girls of her age. Because of this she makes a few enemies. But she makes more friends than enemies. The irony of the story is that the 'Indian gentleman'is searching for Sarah Crewe when actually, she's living next door. He orders his servant to help her, bu giving her blankets, dolls, eatables etc because she reminds him of Sarah Crewe(when actually she IS Sarah Crewe) I think I'm confusing you, but read the story & you'll understand. This tale is gauranteed to make u cry.Book Review: A truly timeless classic
Summary: 5 Stars
This was one of the books that left a lasting impression upon me as a child. I still think of the stories and lessons from this book on occasion. To me, the story was one of true grace under very difficult times. Sara is a "princess," at first because she has a wealthy father. However, even when stripped of everything, she loses none of her courage, and still conducts herself with grace in how she treats others.
The most poignant scene for me was when, cold and hungry upon a walk home in the snow, she discovers some money on the street. After hesitating and looking around to see if anyone has dropped the money, she then takes it to buy some warm food. As she enters a bakery, she sees a destitute girl, sitting on the street. Sara asks if she is hungry, a question that is met with a sarcastic retort. Upon purchasing the several warm buns, Sara then exits the bakery, and gives a bun to the girl. While watching the girl tear into the food, Sara remarks to herself that the girl is even hungrier than she, the girl is starving. One by one, Sara gives the girl the buns until Sara walks away, with only one remaining for herself.
In true fairy tale fashion, things work out both for the destitute girl, and for Sara, which is probably unrealistic. But that scene still resonates with me as a powerful example of compassion and empathy under truly hard circumstances. An amazing book, I read it as a child, and I hope that my children will read it as well.