The story revolves around a young boy named Ludovic who lives with his uncle, the Count, in a small village in France. The Count is a kind and gentle man who has taken Ludovic under his wing after the boy's parents died. Ludovic is a spoiled and selfish child who often gets into trouble due to his mischievous behavior. One day, he befriends a poor but kind girl named Mimie, who teaches him valuable lessons about kindness, generosity, and humility. As Ludovic spends more time with Mimie, he begins to change his ways and becomes a better person.
By Frances Hodgson Burnett · First published 1902 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Romance, Coming-of-Age