And so this is little Lord FauntleroyCeddie is a regular little boy living in New York with his mother, until the day a tall, old gentleman arrives to give him some startling news. Ceddie, it turns out, is the child of a great English family. He must go to England to live with the Earl his grandfather and become a person he never knew he was: Little Lord Fauntleroy.What the old gentleman neglects to mention is that Ceddies grandfather is one of the most grumpy, grouchy, gouty and feared old men in all England. Wish the new Little Lord Fauntleroy good luckIncludes exclusive material: In the Backstory you can find out more about the inspirations for the story and take the Little Lord Fauntleroy quiz! Vintage Childrens Classics is a twenty-first century classics list aimed at 8-12 year olds and the adults in their lives. Discover timeless favourites from The Jungle Book and Alices Adventures in Wonderland to modern classics such as The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
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This book has been graded for interest at 9-11 years.
There are 320 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2017 by Vintage Publishing .
Frances Hodgson Burnett was an English-American playwright and author. She is best known for her children's stories, in particular Little Lord Fauntleroy, A Little Princess, and The Secret Garden.
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Little Lord Fauntleroy
"Little Lord Fauntleroy" is a novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, first published in 1886. The story revolves around a young boy named Cedric Errol, who lives in New York with his mother, Dearest. Growing up in a poor New York neighbourhood, Cedric Errol appears to be a normal American boy. Cedric's life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers that he is the heir to the title and estate of his wealthy English grandfather, the Earl of Dorincourt. As a result, Cedric becomes Little Lord Fauntleroy and is required to move to England to assume his role as the future Earl.
In England, Cedric's grandfather, the stern and initially cold-hearted Earl, is displeased with the prospect of his American grandson inheriting the title. However, Cedric's innocent charm and kindness gradually begin to win over the Earl's heart. Cedric's warm-hearted nature and his ability to bring out the best in people transform the lives of those around him, including the Earl, who softens under Cedric's influence.
Cedric's loving and caring nature also impacts the people in the village near the Earl's estate. He befriends everyone he meets, from the aristocracy to the common folk, and teaches them valuable lessons about love, compassion, and generosity. Throughout the story, Cedric remains true to his kind and humble nature, regardless of his newfound aristocratic status. Whisked away from his mother and his friends, Cedric must find a way to convince his grandfather to send him home and show him that there is more to nobility than titles and wealth. When the boy's identity is challenged, his old friends from New York come to his rescue.
The novel explores themes of love, family, kindness, and the transformative power of innocence. Through the character of Little Lord Fauntleroy, Frances Hodgson Burnett delivers a heartwarming story that emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding, regardless of social class or background. Cedric's ability to bring people together and inspire positive change showcases the enduring appeal of this classic tale.
"The author of Little Lord Fauntleroy was the J.K. Rowling of her time" * Economist *
"Really, we can all learn a lot from little Lord Fauntleroy. So maybe we can forgive him the knickerbockers and the red stockings" -- John Boyne
