Black-Eyed Susan

Name: Black-Eyed Susan
Author: Ethel Calvert Phillips

By Ethel Calvert Phillips

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About This Book

A young girl with black eyes and curls lives with her grandparents in a warm rural household and spends her days helping at home, running errands, and playing with local friends and a pet. The narrative follows a series of episodic adventures and neighborhood visits—over garden walls, to a milliner’s shop, to schoolroom activities, and to encounters with itinerant visitors—while small dramas around gifts, money, and family care lead to communal gatherings and a Thanksgiving celebration that together sketch a gentle, domestic portrait of childhood.

About the Author

Ethel Calvert Phillips

Ethel Calvert Phillips was a British author known for her contributions to children's literature in the early 20th century. Her works often feature whimsical characters and imaginative narratives, appealing to young readers. Among her notable titles is "Black-Eyed Susan," which showcases her talent for storytelling and engaging prose. Phillips also wrote charming holiday tales such as "Christmas Light" and "The Santa Claus Brownies," which reflect her ability to capture the spirit of childhood wonder. Her stories continue to resonate with audiences, highlighting her place in the literary heritage of children's fiction.