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Editha’s burglar follows a simple rule set forth by its heroine, a nine‑year‑old girl who insists the intruder spare her mother and take only her own possessions. The story explores themes of morality, kindness, and the influence of a child's perspective on adult dilemmas. Set in a domestic context, it highlights the dynamics of parent‑child relationships and the conduct of life in a light, humorous tale suitable for young readers.
First publish date: 1888
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Frances Hodgson Burnett
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