Little Grandfather
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At home in his father's country tavern, Willy Parlin inspires sharply different opinions. His mother and sister Love cherish his affectionate nature, while his older brothers find plenty to criticize or tease. Sophie May's children's novel introduces this lively boy through the routines of the Parlin household, including the work of Lydia, their Quaker housemaid, and Caleb, who tends the animals and travellers' horses. Willy's habit of walking in his sleep brings an extra worry to family life.
The story also follows the boys of Perseverance as they imitate the marching companies of adults in the years before the war of 1812. Willy proposes the name Never-Give-Ups for their own company, whose uniforms become a matter of patient persuasion and youthful rivalry. Domestic humour, family affection and lessons in conduct give this childhood tale its character.
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Book facts
- Author
- Sophie May
- Reading time
- About 2 hours
- Pages
- 78
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Childrens Classics
- Formats
- PDF, EPUB, Read online