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Little Lord Fauntleroy (1886) is the first children's novel by the English American author Frances Hodgson Burnett. It tells the story of Cedric Errol, an impoverished American boy who is unexpectedly transplanted into the English aristocracy when he inherits the title Lord Fauntleroy.

Sara Crewe is a very rich little girl. She first comes to England when she is seven, and her father takes her to Miss Minchin’s school in London. Then he goes back to his work in India. Sara is very sad at first, but she soon makes friends at school. But on her 11th birthday, something terrible happens, and now Sara has no family, no home, and not a penny in the world.

War looms in a small forgotten eastern European country. But war is nothing new to Samavia. The once idyllic land has been in continual struggle since the last young rightful leader was smuggled across borders to prevent his death in a violent coupe centuries before. This lost prince, or his heirs, are possibly the only thing that can restore order and peace to a once vibrant land and people. But where have they disappeared to? Two young boys are entrusted with a vital and dangerous task with the hopes of restoring the rightful ruler to the small country of Samavia.

『작은 공주 세라』는 『소공녀』의 새 이름이다. 원제 『A little Princess』에 일본식 표현이 아닌 저자의 의도를 살린 한글 제목을 붙였다. 부잣집 학생으로 특급 대우를 받다가 아버지의 죽음으로 어느 날 갑자기 누더기를 입고 허름한 다락방으로 쫓겨난 세라. 하지만 누구보다 강한 내면의 힘으로 역경을 이겨내는 소녀. 세라의 스펙터클한 인생 드라마는 1905년에도 지금도 수많은 독자들에게 희망이 되어준다. 연극, 영화, 애니메이션으로도 끊임없이 재창조되는 『작은 공주 세라』는 작품성과 내용 면에서 그 가치를 인정받으며 어린이와 교사는 물론 어른들에게도 반드시 읽어야 할 필독서로 꼽히는 작품이다.

부모에게 버림받아 마치 황무지 같던 아이들의 마음은 비밀의 화원을 만나면서 되살아난다. 『비밀의 화원』이 110년이 지난 지금까지도 아이들뿐 아니라 어른들에게도 치유의 메시지를 전해주는 것은, 외롭고 쓸쓸한 마음을 가장 섬세하고 부드럽게 위로해주는 자연이라는 모티브가 여전히 유효하기 때문일 것이다. 자연 속에서 아이들은 생명의 의미를 되새기고 우정의 힘을 믿게 되며 인생의 가치를 되돌아보게 된다.

In mid-1880s Brooklyn, New York, Cedric Errol lives with his Mother (never named, known only as Mrs Errol or "dearest") in genteel poverty after his Father Captain Errol dies. They receive a visit from Havisham, an English lawyer with a message from Cedric's grandfather, Lord Dorincourt. Cedric is now Lord Fauntleroy and heir to the Earldom and a vast estate. The Earl wants Cedric to live with him and learn to be an English aristocrat. He offers Mrs Errol a house and income but refuses to meet or have anything to do with her. The crusty Earl is impressed by the appearance and intelligence of ...

The classic story of young orphan Mary Lennox, whose parents died in India during a cholera epidemic. From there, she goes to England to live with her hunchbacked uncle. This is a story of change, where both adults and children learn to become better people.

The Secret Garden tells the story of Mary Lennox, a spoiled young English girl being raised in India. After the death of her parents, she is sent to live at her mysterious uncle’s Yorkshire estate, Misselthwaite Manor. Mary is disagreeable, used to being waited on, and initially does not even know how to dress herself. At Misselthwaite, she is mostly ignored and left to wander outside in the gardens. The manor is full of secrets, though, and Mary often hears the screams of a child echoing its halls at night, despite the servants’ insistence that it is only the wind. She also hears rumors ...

Experience the magic and wonder of childhood with Frances Hodgson Burnett's 'Racketty-Packetty House and other stories.' Delve into the world of imagination and fantasy, and discover the enduring appeal of this beloved children's author. Experience the power of storytelling to ignite the imagination and spark a love of reading in young and old alike.https://www.solgood.org - Check out our Streaming Service for our full collection of audiobooks, podcasts, short stories, & 10 hour sounds for sleep and relaxation at our web site

Cedric Errol, ein kleiner Junge aus den USA mit strikt republikanischer Umwelt, wird von seinem kaltherzigen englischen Großvater, dem Earl of Dorincourt, trotz der standeswidrigen Ehe seines verstorbenen Vaters als einziger Nachfolger für den Grafentitel bei sich aufgenommen und aufgezogen. Seine Mutter, eine „bürgerliche“ Näherin, darf das Anwesen aufgrund von Voreingenommenheit und Standesdünkel des Earl nicht betreten, wodurch sehr viele Spannungen zwischen den Betroffenen entstehen.

Die Märchenklassiker Box 5 beinhaltet die Hörspiele Der geheime Garten, Däumelinchen, Die Schöne und das Biest.

Der kleine Cedric Errol erfährt in New York im Jahr 1900 unverhofft, dass er der Erbe eines englischen Grafentitels ist. Sein Großvater, der Earl of Dorincourt, lässt ihn nach England holen, um seine Erziehung zu übernehmen. Im ehrwürdigen Schloss des griesgrämigen Earls bringt der charmante amerikanische Bengel schon bald einiges in Bewegung ...

Die Märchenklassiker Box 2 beinhaltet die Hörspiele Der kleine Lord, Alice im Wunderland, Nussknacker & Mausekönig.

Die zehnjährige Mary Lennox, Tochter eines in Indien stationierten englischen Kolonialbeamten, hat ihre Eltern während einer Cholera-Epidemie verloren. Sie soll daher zukünftig auf dem englischen Landsitz ihres Onkels leben. Das uralte Herrenhaus birgt für das eigensinnige Mädchen, das sich schwer tut, sich an das neue Leben und die ihr fremde Umgebung zu gewöhnen, so manche Überraschung...

The Secret Garden is a timeless tale of mystery, friendship, and transformation. When orphaned Mary Lennox is sent to live with her reclusive uncle in a gloomy mansion, she discovers a long-forgotten garden hidden behind locked gates. As she nurtures the garden back to life, she also finds healing, love, and unexpected friendships. Filled with magic and wonder, Frances Hodgson Burnett’s beloved novel reminds us of the power of nature, resilience, and hope. Step into this enchanting world and unlock the secrets within (Summary by Dream Audio Books)

Der kleine Lord, von Frances Hodgson Burnett, gelesen von Stefan Heckmann. 1886 veröffentlichte Frances Hodgson Burnett mit Little Lord Fauntleroy (dt. Der kleine Lord) ihr erstes Kinderbuch, das sowohl vom Publikum als auch von den Kritikern begeistert aufgenommen wurde und lange Zeit auf Platz eins der Bestsellerliste rangierte. Der Roman wurde nach der Erstausgabe in vielen Sprachen sehr erfolgreich und ist mehrfach verfilmt worden. Das Buch war auch für die Autorin ein großer Erfolg.

Von ihren Eltern wenig beachtet, wächst die kleine Mary Lennox von Kindermädchen und Dienern umsorgt in Indien auf. Als eine schwere Krankheit ausbricht, sterben ihre Eltern und ihr Kindermädchen, woraufhin das Waisenkind zu ihrem Onkel nach England gebracht wird. Auch hier wird ihr wenig Fürsorge entgegengebracht. Auf ihren einsamen Streifzügen entdeckt sie einen mysteriösen und verwilderten Garten und macht es sich zur Aufgabe, das Geheimnis dahinter zu ergründen.

Enjoy the charming tales of "Racketty-Packetty House and Other Stories" by Frances Hodgson Burnett. This podcast brings to life the adventures of a neglected dollhouse and its inhabitants, filled with humor and imagination. Perfect for children and fans of whimsical stories.

A beloved classic, The Secret Garden can now be enjoyed with an even deeper appreciation of the delightful story, ever-relevant themes, and moving imagery. Rachel Dodge’s expert analysis brings the story to life through beautifully formed character analysis, heavily researched historical context, and her own passion for classics and for this timeless novel in particular.

So zornig war der alte Graf über die Heirat seines Sohnes mit einer Amerikanerin gewesen, dass er ihn enterbte. Wie sehr er ihm dabei unrecht tat, muss er später einsehen, als er seinen kleinen Enkel und einzigen Erben nach England holt. Der kleine Lord Fauntleroy lebt nun bei seinem Großvater in dem großen Schloss, getrennt von seiner Mutter, der nach dem frühen Tod des Vaters seine ganze Liebe gehört. Unerwartet schnell gewinnt der aufgeweckte kleine Junge das Herz des verbitterten alten Mannes. Weder Reichtum noch macht können den liebenswerten Charakter des kleinen Lords verändern.