Dick and Brownie

By Mabel Quiller-Couch

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A young girl and her dog flee a life of cruelty, hoping to find kindness and a place to call home.

Genres

Children & Young Adult Reading Literature Fiction

Released

2005-10-30

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Summary

"Dick and Brownie" by Mabel Quiller-Couch is a late 19th-century children's story about a courageous young girl named Huldah and her faithful dog, Dick, whose escape from her mean Uncle Tom and Aunt Emma shows their bravery. The story starts on a hot summer day, setting the scene for Huldah's daring escape, showing her determination as she faces fear and exhaustion, with Dick always by her side showing support. Hoping for a better life, Huldah's journey takes a positive turn when she meets Mrs. Perry, a kind woman who offers hope and friendship, suggesting a path away from the struggles she's known.