Laddie: A True Blue Story is a classic novel written by Gene Stratton Porter, first published in 1913. It is a heartwarming story of a young girl named Little Sister who grows up in a large family in rural Indiana during the late 19th century. The story is narrated by Little Sister, who recounts her childhood memories of her older brother Laddie, a kind and noble young man who is beloved by everyone in the community.Laddie is a hardworking and honest young man who is always willing to help others. He has a deep love for ...
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Laddie: A True Blue Story is a classic novel written by Gene Stratton Porter, first published in 1913. It is a heartwarming story of a young girl named Little Sister who grows up in a large family in rural Indiana during the late 19th century. The story is narrated by Little Sister, who recounts her childhood memories of her older brother Laddie, a kind and noble young man who is beloved by everyone in the community.Laddie is a hardworking and honest young man who is always willing to help others. He has a deep love for nature and animals, and spends much of his time exploring the countryside and caring for his family's farm. Despite his humble upbringing, Laddie is well-educated and has a strong sense of morality and justice.As Little Sister grows older, she begins to understand the complexities of the world around her, and the challenges that Laddie faces as he tries to make a life for himself and his family. She learns about love, loss, and the importance of standing up for what is right, even when it is difficult.Laddie: A True Blue Story is a timeless tale of family, friendship, and the power of love and perseverance. It is a beautifully written novel that captures the essence of rural life in America at the turn of the century, and is sure to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.That spring I decided if school didn't stop pretty soon, I'd run away again, and I didn't in the least care what they did to me. A country road was all right and it was good enough, if it had been heaped up, leveled and plenty of gravel put on; and of course our road would be fine, because father was one of the commissioners, and as long as he filled that office, every road in the county would be just as fine.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Laddie is a favorite from my childhood, but a book that I still enjoy. It is the tale of a wholesome family (centered on Laddie - the eldest son) as told by "Little Sister". Its emphasis on values and family are things from another era. Certainly a classic that I will be passing on to my children!