Books with author Annie F. (Annie Fellows) Johnston

The twelfth volume in this famous series, continuing the adventures of lovable Mary Ware. The scene of this story is laid in Kentucky. Its heroine is a small girl, who is known as the Little Colonel, on account of her fancied resemblance to an old-school Southern gentleman, whose fine estate and old family are famous in the region. “Mrs. Johnston is a faithful interpreter of child life.” -Chicago Daily Newspaper “Its simple language and fine sentiment will charm every reader.” -Pittsburgh Gazette “The truest portrayals of child life ever written.” -Chicago Record-Herald “Annie Fellows Johnston is, in our opinion, the most gifted and most helpful of the present-day writers for young people. Her stories are not only beautiful, but purposeful, and of the nature that leaves bright spots in the memory.” -Boston Transcript “Welcome news to the great multitude of worshipers at Mrs. Johnston’s shrine, attracted by her delightful tales…This latest book brings in many of the characters of the other ‘Little Colonel’ books, but especially Mary Ware herself, as good, generous and loveable as of old, if not more so.” -The Bookseller, Newsdealer and Stationer, Volume 37, July 1, 1912 Mary Ware, introduced to readers in The Little Colonel series, is seventeen years old and ready for adventure. Although she is young, she has already had many travels and experiences, including a trip to New York City and a wonderful season at boarding school. Now she is heading back out West with her family, but not without leaving behind some unfulfilled hopes. She can only correspond through letters to one whom she longs more than anything to see. Mary watches delightedly as her handsome brother Jack finds romance, but her joy for his happiness is tempered by her own desires. Follow Mary Ware on her adventure to womanhood. Her honest and easygoing personality will win the confidence of all young readers. Her friends and family will capture hearts as well. Does Mary's "promised land" really exist, and will she ever reach it? Ms. Johnston answers both of these questions and skillfully creates yet another enduring classic.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

14th volume in the popular series. Published in 1909. This is the tale of a bitter old confederate colonel (based on the real-life character of Colonel George Weissinger) and his 5-year old granddaughter (real-life Hattie Cochran) who possessed a certain military demeanor from which she got her name. This is a story of reconciliation and forgiveness.

This is a special allegory for fathers to read to their daughters. As the story goes, once upon a time there were three weavers, and to each was born a daughter. The ‘watcher of weavers' prophesied, A royal prince shall seek to wed thy child, but she must weave a mantle for the prince that will be fair to look upon with rich cloth of gold, and it must fit him as perfectly as the falcon's feathers fit the falcon. Each father is responsible to teach his daughter how to prepare for her prince. When should he begin? The father's approach, coupled with his daughter's cooperation, will decide the fate of her future.

The Little Colonel's House Party is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by Annie F. (Annie Fellows) Johnston is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of Annie F. (Annie Fellows) Johnston then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.

The Little Colonel's Christmas Vacation is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by Annie F. (Annie Fellows) Johnston is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of Annie F. (Annie Fellows) Johnston then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Excerpt:"When he had urged all the reasons he could think of for my going, but without success, he attacked me in my only vulnerable spot, little Jack. The child has considered Cousin Frank's word law and gospel ever since he joined the Junior League. So, when he was told that my health would be benefited by the trip, and it would arouse me from the despondent, low-spirited state I had fallen into, he gave me no rest until I promised to go. Jack showed generalship,[29] too. He waited until the night of his birthday. I had promised him a little party, but he was so much worse that day, it had to be postponed. I was so sorry for him that I could have promised him almost anything. The little rascal knew it, too. While I was helping him undress, he put his arms around my neck, and began to beg me to go. He told me that he had been praying that I might change my mind. Ever since he has been in the League he has seemed to get so much comfort out of the belief that his prayers are always answered that I couldn't bear to shake his faith. So I promised him."