A Child's Journey With Dickens (1912) - Wiggin, Kate Douglas Smith
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A Child's Journey with Dickens is a memoir written by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin, first published in 1912. The book recounts Wiggin's experiences as a young girl traveling with her family through Europe in the mid-19th century, during which she met and befriended the famous British author, Charles Dickens. The book is divided into three parts, each detailing a different stage of the journey. In the first part, Wiggin describes her family's travels throughout Europe, including their time in Paris, Switzerland, and Italy. She also writes about her encounters with various notable figures, such as…mehr

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A Child's Journey with Dickens is a memoir written by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin, first published in 1912. The book recounts Wiggin's experiences as a young girl traveling with her family through Europe in the mid-19th century, during which she met and befriended the famous British author, Charles Dickens. The book is divided into three parts, each detailing a different stage of the journey. In the first part, Wiggin describes her family's travels throughout Europe, including their time in Paris, Switzerland, and Italy. She also writes about her encounters with various notable figures, such as Victor Hugo, George Sand, and Alexandre Dumas.In the second part of the book, Wiggin recounts her family's visit to England, during which they met Charles Dickens. She describes her initial impressions of the author and the friendship that developed between them. Wiggin also provides insight into Dickens' personality and writing process, as well as his interactions with his family and friends.The third and final part of the book focuses on Wiggin's return to America and her attempts to share her experiences with others. She describes her efforts to convince her peers and teachers of the importance of literature and the arts, and her eventual success in founding a school for underprivileged children.Overall, A Child's Journey with Dickens provides a unique perspective on the life and work of Charles Dickens, as well as a glimpse into the world of 19th-century Europe. It is a charming and insightful memoir that will appeal to fans of Dickens, as well as anyone interested in travel, literature, and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. 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 their original work.
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Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin was a prominent American novelist, educator, and child rights campaigner. She is well known for her famous children's tale "Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm" and her contributions to early childhood education. Wiggin's masterwork, "The Flag-Raising," exemplifies her ability to capture the essence of small-town America and the ideals of community, patriotism, and tenacity. The novel follows the citizens of a small American village as they gather to celebrate Independence Day and raise the flag in a spirit of unity and pride. Wiggin's descriptive storytelling and strong character development provide a touching depiction of American life and the enduring relationships that unite people across generations. Throughout her career, Wiggin was a prominent supporter of children's literature and education. She thought that narrative could spark imagination, create empathy, and impart moral principles in young readers. Wiggin, a pioneering educator, used new teaching methods and advocated for early childhood education. Wiggin's legacy lives on through her timeless literary works and educational initiatives.