Five Little Peppers and How They Grew
by Margaret Sidney
Five Little Peppers and How They Grew by Margaret Sidney holds a highly rated rating of 4.03 out of 5, based on 19.8K reader ratings. First published in 1881. The book spans 352 pages.
About Five Little Peppers and How They Grew
Times are tough around the little brown house! The widowed Mrs. Pepper has to sew all day long just to earn enough to pay the rent and to feed the five growing Peppers. But she faces poverty and trouble with a stout heart, a smiling face, and the help of her jolly brood: blue-eyed Ben, the eldest and the man of the house at the age of 11; pretty Polly, so eager to cook for the family and make everyone happy and comfortable; and the three littlest Peppers, Joel, Davie, and baby Phronsie.A favorite of children, parents, and teachers for generations, this heartwarming classic first appeared in 1880. Since then, it has inspired countless young imaginations with its tender tales of the ways in which courage and good cheer can overcome adversity.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Margaret Sidney |
| Published | 1881 |
| Pages | 352 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 4.03 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 19,780 |
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What genre is Five Little Peppers and How They Grew?
Five Little Peppers and How They Grew is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Five Little Peppers and How They Grew worth reading?
Based on 19.8K reader ratings, Five Little Peppers and How They Grew has an average score of 4.03 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Five Little Peppers and How They Grew?
Five Little Peppers and How They Grew has 352 pages.
Who wrote Five Little Peppers and How They Grew?
Five Little Peppers and How They Grew was written by Margaret Sidney. It was first published in 1881.
What is the ISBN for Five Little Peppers and How They Grew?
The ISBN-13 for Five Little Peppers and How They Grew is 9781416916180.0.
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