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A Little Princess (Puffin Classics) [Hardcover]

Frances Hodgson Burnett (Author), Adeline Yen Mah (Introduction)
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Publication Date: 5 April 2012 | Series: Puffin Classics

Alone in a new country, wealthy Sara Crewe tries to make friends at boarding school and settle in.

But when she learns that she'll never see her beloved father again, her life is turned upside down. Transformed from princess to pauper, she must swap dancing lessons and luxury for drudgery and a room in the attic. Will she find that kindness and generosity are all the riches she truly needs?

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  • Hardcover: 320 pages
  • Publisher: Puffin Classics; Re-issue edition (5 April 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0141341718
  • ISBN-13: 978-0141341712
  • Product Dimensions: 13.8 x 3 x 18.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 56,706 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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"McClintock's sensitive illustrations will certainly appeal to readers and book buyers of all ages.""Booklist --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924) was born in Manchester. She had a very poor upbringing and used to escape from the horror of her surroundings by writing stories. In 1865 her family emigrated to the USA where she married and became the successful author of many children's books including Little Lord Fauntleroy andThe Secret Garden.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars My Favourite Book Ever! 10 Jun 2009
By Agb2001
Format:Paperback
This has to be my favourite book in the world. I just love it. I've read it at least six times in the past few months, and yet I never grow bored.

It's a lovely story. A young, rich, kind and intelligent girl, called Sara, is sent away to a boarding school. She has a vivid imagination and is always making up stories.
When Sara's father dies, she is left with no relations in the world, and ends up in poverty - she has to work at the school for no pay and little food.
However, she is determinded that no matter how hunger, cold or tired she is, she won't give in.
With the help of her firends and her "pretending" stories, she overcomes the hardships and proves that anyone can be a princess inside.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely! 13 Nov 2009
By mrs p
Format:Paperback
It's so wonderful to see a new edition of this timeless book. An avid reader when small, I devoured this book time and time again so my copy definitely needs replacing. I really hope that this new look will mean that millions more little girls will grow up with Sara Crewe like I did!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars For princesses of all ages 28 Aug 2008
By Miss E. Potten
Format:Paperback
This must surely be one of the sweetest, loveliest books a girl could read in childhood. It's been a long time but reading it again all these years down the line (aged 21), it still holds such charm, wonder and profound messages about class, poverty and happiness that I know it'll be returning to my shelf to read again and pass on to my own children.

It tells the story of Sara Crewe, a rich little girl brought up in India by her beloved father, who moves to England to go to boarding school at the gloomy seminary belonging to the formidable Miss Minchin. She is the star pupil, dressed in finery and always happy to share her good fortune and vivid imagination with her classmates. But when a tragic twist of fate strips her of everything, Sara ends up a poor orphan working as a drudge in the seminary where once she was idolised by her fellow pupils. Miss Minchin uses this as a fine opportunity to take a sort of revenge on this strange little girl, who she has never understood but has always indulged thanks to her wealth. But no matter how hard her life becomes, she remains generous and polite to those around her, rich and poor alike, pretending that she is a princess in order to keep her morals and spirits strong. Finally, just as even her fiery spirit is at breaking point, an English gentleman who has been living in India moves into the house next door and magical things start to happen as their interest in each other grows. Of course everything will come right in the end, but I won't give away any more because it deserves to be read and enjoyed...

This is a beautiful, moving, and inspiring novel, whether you're 6 or 60!... Read more ›
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality childrens novel 29 Nov 2011
By Jan T
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I can't believe that there are not more reviews for this terrific book. It's by the same author who wrote the more famous The Secret Garden (Wordsworth's Children's Classics) but this is a much more digestible story, and a little shorter I think. Still, you have to accept some slightly flowery language. I am reading it to my 10-year old, she says she feels like she is inside the story, it feels like it is happening to her. I think that shows what a high quality piece of writing it is. When tragic or emotional moments happen to our heroine, a lump comes to our throats. Very effective. Oh, it's not too awfully sad and there is a happy ending. The character development is top notch, you really get to know everyone swiftly, and in this respect it is certainly better than The Secret Garden. Highly recommended.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Strange cover, very nice inside. 24 Nov 2010
By Hellani
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I will not review the content of this book as there are so many reviews over the internet that one can easily find them. For all Sara Crewe's story lovers I will say something about this particular edition instead.
It is the original version, no abridgement hence it is just perfect.
This book has a bit odd cover but very nice lay out inside. Letters are just the right size, very good quality paper and it is a real pleasure to read. Highly recommended.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful edition 11 Oct 2011
By Mrs. Philomena Mantell
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I ordered this as a birthday present for my grown up daughter who simply loved the story as a child. I wanted to get a special edition and spent a long time looking at all the alternatives before choosing this one. And I am so glad that i did choose this one! It is simply beautiful and my daughter was delighted with it.

Excellent service as well - it arrived ahead of time and was excellently packed. Thank you so much.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars A Little Princess (Collector's Library) 19 Jun 2011
By yamaniyyah
Format:Hardcover
I read the book before, when a friend lend me an old paprback copy. I liked it very much, therefore I wanted to buy a copy for myself, but was looking to buy it in hardcover.
When I saw this on Amazon, I liked the cover-picture, and since it was in hardcover as well, I bought it.
I must say, that I was a bit taken aback, when I received it, and saw not only how small the book was, but that the script was absolutely tiny. I have problems with my vision, and now need magnifying glasses, to read the tiny script of this too small for my liking book, although is is beautifully made, especially with the thin and gold-rimmed pages.
The story itself is of course timeless, and as I said above, that's the reason I wanted to buy it to begin with.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A little princess
Another good book from Frances Hodgson Burnett. I find her books very easy to read and recommend to others. Am collecting more.
Published 4 days ago by S J A
5.0 out of 5 stars A favourite
This was a favourite book of mine when younger. I would recommend this story to young and old. Beautifully written!
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2.0 out of 5 stars An old fashionned read
A familiar read, little rich girl. Papa loses money, becomes servant, because she is a nice child,Papa's partner finds her and she is rich again.
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This book is quite a good book but in some bits it gets a bit boring!!! The actual story kine is a really nice one and quite a clever one as well! Read more
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I love this book I don't have it on my kindel yet but I have it as a book and I love it!!! I would certainly recomend it to other people.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A little princess
A great book filled with sadness, excitement and lots of joy. I really enjoyed the book. Its a absolutely fantastic classic.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful princess story
I really enjoyed reading this book and the reading out loud text really helped to understand the whole story. It is a great book and story
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Bout me bk 2 my children it wad every bit and more of wot I remember. Definitely a read 4 young princesses 2 get lost in
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5.0 out of 5 stars A classsic
This is a wonderful story for any age and I've enjoyed it over several decades having read it many times.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A little princess
A very good read I would read it all over again and again

I think every one should give it a go
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