First published 1999
Rosemary Sandberg's "Great Girl Stories" collects beloved tales of daring, resourceful young women. Meet Heidi, the resilient Swiss orphan who finds a home in the Alps. Follow Anne Shirley's journey from lonely orphan to beloved community member in Avonlea. And watch as Pippi Longstocking, the strongest girl in the world, outwits bullies and embraces her uniqueness. Through these inspiring stories, readers will discover the transformative power of courage, kindness, and an unbreakable spirit.
Genres: fiction, family, literary-fiction, coming-of-age
Vibes: emotional, inspirational, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, overcoming-adversity
Period: 19th-century, 20th-century
Hardcover · Larousse Kingfisher Chambers I