"Five Happy Weeks" by Margaret Elizabeth Munson Sangster is a late 19th-century tale about the Evans children, Johnnie, Mabel, and Edith, whose mother's illness leads to a temporary stay with their Aunt Maria. Amidst nature's beauty, the children learn invaluable lessons in kindness and generosity, highlighted by their compassionate act of hosting a picnic for underprivileged neighborhood children. The narrative follows them as they engage in activities that emphasize friendship, compassion, and the power of love to overcome obstacles. As the weeks pass, the siblings not only strengthen their bond but also discover the profound impact of spreading joy to others, culminating in a touching reunion with their mother and emphasizing themes of familial love and a positive spirit when facing life's hardships.
Five Happy Weeks
By Margaret Elizabeth Munson Sangster
Three children discover a world of compassion and friendship while their mother recovers, ultimately learning that even simple acts of kindness can bring immense joy.
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About the AuthorMargaret Elizabeth Sangster was an American poet, author, and editor. Her poetry was inspired by family and church themes, and included hymns and sacred texts. She worked in several fields including book reviewing, story writing, and verse making. For a quarter of a century, Sangster was known by the public as a writer, beginning as a writer of verse, and combining later the practical work of a critic and journalist. Much of her writing did not include her name.
Margaret Elizabeth Sangster was an American poet, author, and editor. Her poetry was inspired by family and church themes, and included hymns and sacred texts. She worked in several fields including book reviewing, story writing, and verse making. For a quarter of a century, Sangster was known by the public as a writer, beginning as a writer of verse, and combining later the practical work of a critic and journalist. Much of her writing did not include her name.
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