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  • The Story of Waitstill Baxter
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    Published in 1913 by Kate Douglas Wiggin, The Story of Waitstill Baxter is intended for an adult audience. Famous for her children’s books, most notably Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, Kate Douglas Wiggin addresses serious social issues in this story.Waitstill Baxter, a young woman caring for a younger sister and an ogre like father, is a model of all the virtues. Her father, a mea...
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    18,78 €

  • The Story of Waitstill Baxter
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    Published in 1913 by Kate Douglas Wiggin, The Story of Waitstill Baxter is intended for an adult audience. Famous for her children’s books, most notably Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, Kate Douglas Wiggin addresses serious social issues in this story.Waitstill Baxter, a young woman caring for a younger sister and an ogre like father, is a model of all the virtues. Her father, a mea...
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    30,04 €

  • A Summer in a Canyon
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    Kate Douglas Wiggin (September 28, 1856 - August 24, 1923) was an American educator, author and composer. She wrote children’s stories, most notably the classic children’s novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, and composed collections of children’s songs. She started the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878 (the Silver Street Free Kindergarten). With her sister during t...
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    16,70 €

  • A Summer in a Canyon
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    Kate Douglas Wiggin (September 28, 1856 - August 24, 1923) was an American educator, author and composer. She wrote children’s stories, most notably the classic children’s novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, and composed collections of children’s songs. She started the first free kindergarten in San Francisco in 1878 (the Silver Street Free Kindergarten). With her sister during t...
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    29,10 €

  • Mother Carey’s Chickens
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    Mother Carey’s Chickens is a novel by Kate Douglas Wiggin published in 1911 The book tells the story of a poor but happy family of four children who, in spite of being fatherless, make the lives of others better. Their home life becomes complicated when Julia, a snobbish cousin, comes to live with them. The Carey children suffer many disappointments (Gilbert must forgo college,...
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    30,08 €

  • Mother Carey’s Chickens
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    Mother Carey’s Chickens is a novel by Kate Douglas Wiggin published in 1911 The book tells the story of a poor but happy family of four children who, in spite of being fatherless, make the lives of others better. Their home life becomes complicated when Julia, a snobbish cousin, comes to live with them. The Carey children suffer many disappointments (Gilbert must forgo college,...
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    18,82 €

  • Penelope’s Irish Experiences
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    ... ('Himself' (Penelope’s husband) is busy with business matters back home and Ronald Macdonald can’t leave his parish. The trio of friends travel through each of Ireland’s 4 provinces and encounter a noted scholar, his children, a tragic romance and several notable locals. Traveling with them is Brenella, a young woman from Salem traveling to Ireland in search of her relative...
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    16,72 €

  • Rose o’ the River
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    This short story is about a young, beautiful girl with all the choice of men at her feet. Through the story she grows out of her selfish desires and vain idols and realizes what is truly important and beautiful in another’s character and to a better understanding of what love really means. It is also the story of a young man, though not the most handsome man around, yet the one...
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    16,28 €

  • Rose o’ the River
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    This short story is about a young, beautiful girl with all the choice of men at her feet. Through the story she grows out of her selfish desires and vain idols and realizes what is truly important and beautiful in another’s character and to a better understanding of what love really means. It is also the story of a young man, though not the most handsome man around, yet the one...
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    28,23 €

  • Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm is a classic American 1903 children’s novel by Kate Douglas Wiggin that tells the story of Rebecca Rowena Randall and her aunts, one stern and one kind, in the fictional village of Riverboro, Maine. Rebecca’s joy for life inspires her aunts, but she faces many trials in her young life, gaining wisdom and understanding. Wiggin wrote a sequel, New Chron...
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    17,51 €

  • Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm is a classic American 1903 children’s novel by Kate Douglas Wiggin that tells the story of Rebecca Rowena Randall and her aunts, one stern and one kind, in the fictional village of Riverboro, Maine. Rebecca’s joy for life inspires her aunts, but she faces many trials in her young life, gaining wisdom and understanding. Wiggin wrote a sequel, New Chron...
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    28,15 €

  • Penelope’s Experiences in Scotland
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    For all of you who have actually waded through Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, here is a much more interesting story by the same author. This is the adventure of Penelope and her two friends, one spinster and one young lady, as they betake their American selves to Scotland. Thrust into Edinburgh high society, the friends blunder and charm their way into the hearts of the Scotch. Fe...
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    16,34 €

  • Penelope’s Experiences in Scotland
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    For all of you who have actually waded through Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, here is a much more interesting story by the same author. This is the adventure of Penelope and her two friends, one spinster and one young lady, as they betake their American selves to Scotland. Thrust into Edinburgh high society, the friends blunder and charm their way into the hearts of the Scotch. Fe...
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    28,28 €

  • Ladies-In-Waiting
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    A collection of light romances set in the early part of the twentieth century by Kate Douglas Wiggin.About the author:Kate Douglas Wiggin (September 28, 1856 - August 24, 1923) was an American educator, author and composer. She wrote children’s stories, most notably the classic children’s novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, and composed collections of children’s songs. She starte...
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    28,29 €

  • New Chronicles of Rebecca
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    ContentsFirst Chronicle                  Jack O’lantern  Second Chronicle            Daughters of Zion  Third Chronicle                Rebecca’s Thought Book  Fourth Chronicle             A Tragedy in Millinery  Fifth Chronicle                 The Saving of the Colors  Sixth Chronicle                 The State O’ Maine Girl  Seventh Chronicle           The Little Prophet  Eight...
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    17,54 €

  • New Chronicles of Rebecca
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    ContentsFirst Chronicle                  Jack O’lantern  Second Chronicle            Daughters of Zion  Third Chronicle                Rebecca’s Thought Book  Fourth Chronicle             A Tragedy in Millinery  Fifth Chronicle                 The Saving of the Colors  Sixth Chronicle                 The State O’ Maine Girl  Seventh Chronicle           The Little Prophet  Eight...
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    28,18 €

  • Ladies-In-Waiting
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    A collection of light romances set in the early part of the twentieth century by Kate Douglas Wiggin.About the author:Kate Douglas Wiggin (September 28, 1856 - August 24, 1923) was an American educator, author and composer. She wrote children’s stories, most notably the classic children’s novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, and composed collections of children’s songs. She starte...
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    16,35 €

  • The Kindergarten
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
    First published in 1893, this pioneering work introduced the kindergarten movement to the English-speaking world, offering a detailed and comprehensive account of the history, philosophy, and practices of this revolutionary educational approach. Drawing on a wide range of primary and secondary sources, Wiggin offers a compelling and insightful analysis of the social and cultura...
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    35,59 €

  • Ladies in Waiting
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
    A collection of short stories featuring women who are either literal or metaphorical ’ladies in waiting’. From a young girl in service to a wealthy family, to the devoted companion of an ageing actress, each character faces unique challenges as they navigate gender and class expectations to find agency and fulfillment.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally ...
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    37,41 €

  • Magic Casements
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin / Nora Archibald Smith
    This collection of fairy tales includes stories such as 'The Sleeping Beauty,' 'The Snow Queen,' and 'The Golden Water.' The authors provide their own unique introductions and illustrations to accompany these classic tales.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'p...
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    42,40 €

  • Penelope’s Irish Experiences
    Kate Douglas Wiggin
    This book is a charming and entertaining account of the adventures of Penelope, a young American girl living in Ireland with her family. Wiggin’s vivid descriptions and keen sense of humor make this a delightful read that is sure to entertain readers of all ages.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilizat...
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    37,39 €

  • The Arabian Nights
    Kate Douglas Wiggin / Nora A. Smith
    This deluxe edition of the Arabian Nights presents a curated selection of the most famous tales from this beloved collection, including Aladdin’s Lamp, Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, and Sinbad the Sailor. The sumptuous illustrations and elegant design make this a treasured addition to any library, and the engaging storytelling is sure to captivate readers of all ages.This wor...
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    37,50 €

  • New Chronicles of Rebecca
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
    New Chronicles of Rebecca follows the adventures of the irrepressible Rebecca Rowena Randall as she grows up in turn-of-the-century Maine. With her sharp wit, boundless energy, and adventurous spirit, Rebecca charms everyone she meets, from her staid relatives to the various townspeople she encounters. Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin’s classic children’s book is a heartwarming and fu...
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    37,50 €

  • Penelope’s Postscripts
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
    In this charming travelogue, renowned author Kate Douglas Wiggin recounts her adventures traveling throughout Europe and her beloved home state of Maine. Filled with humor, wit, and keen observations about people and places, this book is a must-read for armchair travelers and wanderlusts alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of...
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    35,59 €

  • The Girl and the Kingdom; Learning to Teach
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
    This book is a memoir by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin, the famous author of ’Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm’, about her experiences as a teacher in California in the late 19th century. It provides insights into the challenges and rewards of teaching in a rapidly changing society, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education in America.This work has been selecte...
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    29,55 €

  • Homespun Tales
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
    This charming collection of short stories exudes warmth and humor. Wiggin’s vivid characters and lively settings draw the reader into a world of small-town Americana. Each tale offers a delightful glimpse into the everyday joys and challenges of being human.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization a...
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    23,05 €

  • A Summer in a Canyon
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
    When Elizabeth travels to California to spend the summer with her botanist uncle, she doesn’t expect to fall in love with the rugged beauty of the canyon where he works. But as she learns more about the local flora and fauna, she finds herself drawn into a world of adventure and discovery. This classic novel is perfect for lovers of nature, travel, and coming-of-age stories.Thi...
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    21,06 €

  • The Story of Waitstill Baxter
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
    Written by the best-selling author, Kate Douglas Wiggin, this book tells the story of Waitstill Baxter, a young man who struggles to find his place in the world. Set in a small New England town in the 19th century, this quaint tale is full of heart and will resonate with readers of all ages.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of th...
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    23,02 €

  • Collected Works of Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin; Volume II
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
    A treasury of children’s literature featuring beloved classics such as The Bird’s Christmas Carol, Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, and Mother Carey’s Chickens among others.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possi...
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    26,18 €

  • Bluebeard
    Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
    This musical fantasy from author Kate Douglas Wiggin is a delightful romp through a world of magic and whimsy. Featuring a witty script and catchy songs, this theatrical work is sure to charm audiences of all ages.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public dom...
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    17,38 €


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