A Little Princess - Burnett, Frances Hodgson

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Résumé :
A Little Princess is one of Frances' most-loved novels. Penned by Frances Hodgson Burnett, an English-American playwright & author who is always remembered for her masterpiece in Children's Literature & Stories, A Little Princess is a heart-warming story of an innocent little girl. The rags to riches storyline of all her novels manifest her rise from being criticized as 'Scandalous' to an International author. However, even after being a popular figure, Frances never forgot about the hardships she had faced in her childhood and yet always was generous towards others. We get some glimpse of that replicated in her stories as well....

Biographie:
Frances Eliza Hodgson Burnett (24 November 1849 - 29 October 1924) was an English-American novelist and playwright. She is best known for the three children's novels Little Lord Fauntleroy (published in 1885-1886), A Little Princess (1905), and The Secret Garden (1911). She was born in Cheetham, England. After her father died in 1852, the family fell on straitened circumstances and in 1865 immigrated to the United States, settling near Knoxville, Tennessee. There Frances began writing to help earn money for the family, publishing stories in magazines from the age of 19. Burnett enjoyed socializing and lived a lavish lifestyle. Beginning in the 1880s, she began to travel to England frequently and in the 1890s bought a home there where she wrote The Secret Garden. She settled in Nassau County, Long Island, where she died in 1924.

Sommaire:
Frances Hodgson Burnett, born on November 24, 1849, in Manchester, England, emerged as a prominent author whose works captivated readers with their charm and emotional depth. After her father's death and the family's financial struggles, Burnett emigrated to the United States in 1865, where she settled in Tennessee. Her early writing career began with short stories and articles, but she gained widespread recognition with her first novel, That Lass o' Lowrie's, published in 1877, which showcased her keen observation of social issues and her ability to craft engaging narratives.Burnett's literary success continued with her transition to writing children's books, where she found her true calling. Her most famous works, including Little Lord Fauntleroy (1886) and A Little Princess (1905), became classics of children's literature. These stories, celebrated for their rich storytelling and strong moral themes, reflect her deep empathy and understanding of childhood experiences, resonating with both young and adult audiences. Her ability to create relatable, endearing characters helped solidify her place in literary history.Throughout her life, Burnett experienced personal and financial ups and downs, including two marriages and a subsequent divorce. Despite these challenges, she remained a prolific writer and continued to publish well into the early 20th century. Frances Hodgson Burnett passed away on October 29, 1924, in Plandome, New York, leaving behind a legacy of beloved stories that continue to inspire and entertain readers worldwide....