Books like Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
Twelve‑year‑old Rebecca McAllister is spirited and talkative, and she is sent to live with her two spinster aunts, one stern and demanding, the other gentle and sentimental. For seven years she adapts to difficult but ultimately rewarding circumstances, gaining wisdom and friendship along the way.
Set in rural Maine and its surrounding towns, the story follows Rebecca’s growth amid family dynamics and community life. Themes of inheritance, education, and the conduct of life are woven through her daily adventures, illustrating the warmth, complexity, and resilience of family bonds.
First publish date: 1903
Genre: Literary Fiction/Classic Literature
Authors: Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin
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