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Books with author Eleanor (Hodgman ) Porter

  • Just David

    Eleanor H. Porter

    eBook (Digireads.com, July 1, 2004)
    A delightful story supporting the notion of finding beauty in all aspects of life, Just David follows a young boy, who slowly transforms the lives of those around him, as he teaches them to embrace the smaller things in life. The classic presents an encouraging tale to look beyond the horizon and not allow the world to dictate oneā€™s action.The story begins with the introduction of a charismatic ten-year old boy David, who together with his father lives in the serene and secluded mountains. Raised to find peace and joy in his natural surroundings, David is ignorant to life outside his idyllic home. Furthermore, he has his beloved violin to keep him company, which he plays in accordance to the tune of nature, while keeping to the modest teachings of his father, which includes appreciation for music. However, when Davidā€™s father is beset by illness and later dies as a result, the courageous young boy is thrust into a world quite different from his own, as he is taken into the care of Simeon Holly and his wife. The couple is surprised to learn that the young boy does not know his last name, his fatherā€™s name or whether he has any relatives. He introduces himself as ā€œjust Davidā€. Initially, the couple is hesitant about taking the boy in, but they finally agree because he reminds them of their estranged son. Witnessing the reality of life far from the cultivated teachings of his father, including cynicism, cruelty, and suffering, David still remains true to his sensible ways. His only solace in life is his violin, which he plays as a means of expression. A truly admirable young boy, David is able to see the best in everyone and everything and leaves a trail of optimism wherever he goes. In addition, he inspires others to follow his footsteps and make the most out of life, as it is too short to squander on superfluous details which in turn bring misery.Nevertheless, an emotionally resonant piece that has withstood the hands of time, Just David will surely inspire both young and old readers to rethink their attitude towards life, while also discovering the true source of happiness. Needless to say, Porter successfully creates an epitome of goodness and innocence, as her classic novel leaves much to ponder over long after its conclusion.
  • Just David

    Eleanor H. Porter

    eBook (CAIMAN, June 26, 2019)
    CHAPTER ITHE MOUNTAIN HOMEFar up on the mountain-side the little shack stood alone in the clearing. It was roughly yet warmly built. Behind it jagged cliffs broke the north wind, and towered gray-white in the sunshine. Before it a tiny expanse of green sloped gently away to a point where the mountain dropped in another sharp descent, wooded with scrubby firs and pines. At the left a footpath led into the cool depths of the forest. But at the right the mountain fell away again and disclosed to view the picture David loved the best of all: the far-reaching valley; the silver pool of the lake with its ribbon of a river flung far out; and above it the grays and greens and purples of the mountains that climbed one upon another's shoulders until the topmost thrust their heads into the wide dome of the sky itself.There was no road, apparently, leading away from the cabin. There was only the footpath that disappeared into the forest. Neither, anywhere, was there a house in sight nearer than the white specks far down in the valley by the river.Within the shack a wide fireplace dominated one side of the main room. It was June now, and the ashes lay cold on the hearth; but from the tiny lean-to in the rear came the smell and the sputter of bacon sizzling over a blaze. The furnishings of the room were simple, yet, in a way, out of the common. There were two bunks, a few rude but comfortable chairs, a table, two music-racks, two violins with their cases, and everywhere books, and scattered sheets of music. Nowhere was there cushion, curtain, or knickknack that told of a woman's taste or touch. On the other hand, neither was there anywhere gun, pelt, or antlered head that spoke of a man's strength and skill. For decoration there were a beautiful copy of the Sistine Madonna, several photographs signed with names well known out in the great world beyond the mountains, and a festoon of pine cones such as a child might gather and hang.
  • Pollyanna & the sequel Pollyanna Grows Up

    Eleanor H. Porter

    eBook
    ā€¢ Two of American author Eleanor H. Porterā€˜s classic childrenā€™s novels are in this Kindle eBook: Pollyanna and the sequel Pollyanna Grows UpPollyanna In this childrenā€™s classic, Pollyanna Whittier lives in Vermont with wealthy Aunt Polly and has a philosophy of life called "The Glad Game". She tries to find something to be grateful about in every circumstance. But are those around her ready to embrace Little Miss Sunshine? And what of Pollyanna herself when tragedy strikes?Pollyanna Grows Up (1915)Pollyanna tries teaching her glad game to a new town, and in particular a nasty woman named Mrs Carew. There are old friends around, however, including a surprise revelation about Jimmy 'Bean' Pendleton.
  • Pollyanna Grows Up

    Eleanor H. Porter

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Sept. 28, 2017)
    Eleanor H. Porter's classic sequel to her adored novel, "Pollyanna". In "Pollyanna Grows Up", the maturing Pollyanna teaches her "Glad Game" to more of the townspeople and makes new friends, including Sadie and Jamie. When Pollyanna and her Aunt must support themselves following the death of Dr. Chilton, they take on boarders at their home, where we also learn more about the past of Pollyanna's old friend, Jimmy 'Bean' Pendleton.
  • Dawn

    Eleanor H. Porter

    Paperback (Independently published, Jan. 15, 2020)
    Though starkly different from Pollyanna, the book that propelled author Eleanor H. Porter to worldwide acclaim, the engrossing novel Dawn plumbs some of the same themes as its predecessor, including the importance of always maintaining an optimistic outlook on life, no matter how dire the circumstances you are facing. Set against the backdrop of World War I, the novelā€™s protagonist is a young man whose vision is gradually degrading. Will he continue to wallow in his despair, or will he find a way to accept his encroaching blindness?
  • Sister Sue

    Eleanor Hodgman Porter

    eBook (HardPress, April 11, 2018)
    This is a reproduction of a classic text optimised for kindle devices. We have endeavoured to create this version as close to the original artefact as possible. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we believe they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.
  • Pollyanna

    Eleanor H. Porter

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, )
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  • Pollyanna

    Eleanor H. (Eleanor Hodgman) Porter, D. Fog

    eBook (, Feb. 8, 2016)
    Pollyanna is a best-selling 1913 novel by Eleanor H. Porter that is now considered a classic of children's literature, with the title character's name becoming a popular term for someone with the same very optimistic outlook. Also, the subconscious bias towards the positive is often described as the Pollyanna principle. The book was such a success that Porter soon produced a sequel, Pollyanna Grows Up (1915). Eleven more Pollyanna sequels, known as "Glad Books", were later published, most of them written by Elizabeth Borton or Harriet Lummis Smith. Further sequels followed, including Pollyanna Plays the Game by Colleen L. Reece, published in 1997.
  • Just David

    Eleanor Porter

    eBook (Digireads.com, July 1, 2004)
    Just David [with Biographical Introduction]
  • Pollyanna

    Eleanor H. Porter

    Mass Market Paperback (Puffin, Feb. 27, 1969)
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  • Pollyanna

    Eleanor H. Porter

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Nov. 9, 2009)
    Pollyanna is a best-selling novel by Eleanor H. Porter that is now considered a classic of children's literature. The book was such a success that Porter soon produced a sequel, Pollyanna Grows Up (ISBN 9781439297513 ). The novel's success brought the term "Pollyanna" (along with the adjective "pollyannaish" and the noun "Pollyannaism") into the language to describe someone who seems always to be able to find something to be "glad" about no matter what circumstances arise.
  • Pollyanna: FREE Les MisĆ©rables By Victor Hugo

    Eleanor H. Porter

    eBook (ROSE Classics, )
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