Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm

Name: Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm
Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin

The story revolves around a young orphan girl named Rebecca Winton who lives with her cruel and abusive aunt on a farm called Sunnybrook. The aunt's cruelty drives Rebecca to run away from home and seek refuge in the nearby town of Riverboro, where she meets a kind-hearted woman named Aunt Miranda. Aunt Miranda takes Rebecca under her wing and teaches her how to be independent and self-sufficient. Rebecca also meets a group of children who become her friends, including a boy named Johnnie Boulter. As Rebecca settles into her new life in Riverboro, she faces various challenges and learns valuable lessons about kindness, hard work, and the importance of family.

By Kate Douglas Wiggin · First published 1911 · Genre: Children's Literature, Coming-of-Age, Family Saga · 31 chapters · 89,307 words

First lines

The old stage coach was rumbling along the dusty road that runs from Maplewood to Riverboro. The day was as warm as midsummer, though it was only the middle of May, and Mr. Jeremiah Cobb was favoring the horses as much as possible, yet never losing sight of the fact that he carried the mail. The hills were many, and the reins lay loosely in his hands as he lolled back in his seat and extended one foot and leg luxuriously over the dashboard. His brimmed hat of worn felt was well pulled over his eyes, and he revolved a quid of tobacco in his left cheek.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Kate Douglas Wiggin
Date: 1911 CE
Language: English
Genres: Children's Literature, Coming-of-Age, Family Saga, Realism, Fiction
Length: 89,307 words
Structure: 31 chapters, 1,263 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Genres

Children's Literature — The book is primarily aimed at a young audience, featuring a child protagonist and themes relevant to childhood experiences.
Coming-of-Age — The narrative focuses on the growth and development of the main character as she navigates her early life.
Family Saga — The story explores familial relationships and dynamics, particularly between the protagonist and her guardians.
Realism — The plot presents a realistic portrayal of rural life and the challenges faced by the characters.