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Walton, Amy
1848
1899
The Hawthorns
A Story about Children
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
"The Hawthorns" by Amy Walton is a children’s novel written in the late Victorian era. It centers around a group of young siblings living at Easney Vicarage, where their imaginative adventures and life lessons unfold against a pastoral backdrop. The story primarily features Penelope (Pennie), Ambrose, Nancy, David, and their baby sister, Dickie, as they navigate their daily lives filled with curiosity, play, and familial bonds. The beginning of "The Hawthorns" introduces us to the five Hawthorn children, each with distinct characteristics and personalities, as they engage in the simple pleasures of their countryside home and the vivid adventures they weave from their surroundings. At the heart of the opening chapters, we witness their camaraderie and creative play in places like the nursery, the Wilderness garden, and even the mysterious garret of the vicarage. Pennie, the oldest, is particularly imaginative, captivating her siblings with fantastical tales, while Ambrose grapples with his fears and learns about bravery through a series of small actual challenges. The siblings' interactions with their environment, including their pet animals and seasonal activities, set the stage for the themes of childhood wonder and the importance of family. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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