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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Prior to the publication of <i>A Little Princess</i>, <b>Francis Burnett</b>'s classic tale appeared in a serialized novella called <i>Sara Crewe, or What Happened at Miss Minchin's</i>. It's the brilliant heartwarming story of a young girl who's driven by love, compassion and an unwavering resilience that leads to an unexpected truth.<b><i>Sara Crewe, or What Happened at Miss Minchin's</i> centers on an orphan girl living in a London seminary led by a cruel and neglectful leader.</b>Despite the circumstances, the child uses her vivid imagination to escape her harsh reality. Originally published in <i>St. Nicholas Magazine</i>, <i>Sara Crewe, or What Happened at Miss Minchin's</i> is the foundation for one of Burnett's most famous novels, <i>A Little Princess</i>. The story follows Sara, the daughter of a wealthy military captain, who suddenly loses both her father and family fortune. While attending Miss Minchin's Seminary for Young Ladies, Sara is subjected to neglect and unimaginable cruelty but maintains her hope, dignity and compassionate spirit. For more than a hundred years, the surprising story of Sara Crewe has inspired countless children across the world. It's an enduring tale of perseverance in the face of unsurmountable odds. She's an admirable character who illustrates strength and empathy in the midst of hardship.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p><b>Francis Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924)</b> was a novelist and playwright born in England but raised in the United States. As a child, she was an avid reader who also wrote her own stories. What was initially a hobby would soon become a legitimate and respected career. As a late-teen, she published her first story in <i>Godey's Lady's Book</i> and was a regular contributor to several periodicals. She began producing novels starting with <i>That Lass o' Lowrie's</i> followed by <i>Haworth's</i> and <i>Louisiana</i>. Yet, she was best known for her children's books including <i>Little Lord Fauntleroy</i> and <i>The Secret Garden</i>.</p>

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