"Five Little Peppers Abroad" by Margaret Sidney follows the adventures of the Pepper own family as they embark on a journey beyond their familiar home. The Peppers, along with widowed Mrs. Pepper and her 5 children, are met with exciting challenges and unexpected twists as they discover foreign lands. The story is a delightful blend of circle of relatives, friendship, and discovery, shooting the essence of the Peppers' resilience and camaraderie. As the Peppers navigate new cultures and landscapes, readers witness the boom of every individual and the strengthening of familial bonds. The narrative is infused with an experience of marvel and interest, making it an attractive study for both young and adult audiences. Margaret Sidney weaves a heartwarming story packed with memorable moments and valuable classes, creating a timeless story that resonates with readers across generations. "Five Little Peppers Abroad" invites readers to join the Peppers on their captivating adventure and have fun with the pleasure of exploration and togetherness.
Margaret Sidney was an American author who used the pseudonym Margaret Sidney. In addition to producing popular children's novels, she ran her late husband Daniel Lothrop's publishing company. After purchasing The Wayside Country House, they worked hard to make it a hub of literary activity. Harriet Mulford Stone was born in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1844.As the daughter of New Haven architect Sidney Mason Stone, she was "brought up in an atmosphere of culture and learning enhanced by free access to her father's large library." She "delighted in creating imaginary people" since her childhood. She attended seminaries near her home and graduated from Miss Dutton's School at Grove Hall in New Haven in 1862. She did not publish anything until 1878, when, at the age of 34, she began contributing short stories to Wide Awake, a Boston children's magazine. "Polly Pepper's Chicken Pie" and "Phronsie Pepper's New Shoes" were two of her most popular stories. The magazine's editor, Ella Farman, suggested that Stone write more. Harriett's success with short stories inspired her to write Five Little Peppers and its eleven sequels. The original novel was released in 1881, the same year Stone married Daniel Lothrop. Daniel had formed the D. Lothrop Company in Boston, which published Harriett's novels under the pseudonym Margaret Sidney.
