My New Home

Name: My New Home
Author: Mrs. Molesworth

By Mrs. Molesworth

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About This Book

The narrator, a fourteen-year-old orphan raised by a devoted grandmother, recounts childhood comforts, new friendships, and the small domestic pleasures of village life before a sequence of letters, arrivals, and household shifts provokes tension and upheaval. Playful schemes with friends and the grandmother's social connections lead to an invitation, secret plans, and later difficult choices as property changes and an unexpected catastrophe test loyalties. Practical counsel from companions, candid exchanges, and steady adaptation help the household recover, and the account closes with a restored sense of belonging and calmer domestic order.

About the Author

Mrs. Molesworth

Mrs. Molesworth, a prominent author of children's literature in the late 19th century, is best known for her engaging and imaginative stories that often blend elements of fantasy and moral lessons. Her works, such as "Carrots: Just a Little Boy" and "An Enchanted Garden: Fairy Stories," reflect her ability to capture the joys and challenges of childhood. Molesworth's narratives frequently feature strong, relatable characters and enchanting settings, making her stories beloved by young readers. With a prolific output of over fifty titles, she contributed significantly to the genre of children's fiction, leaving a lasting impact on literary heritage.