Queen Hildegarde

"Queen Hildegarde" by Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards is a heartwarming tale from the 1800s that follows a young girl's unexpected summer adventure. Hilda Graham, a privileged city girl, is sent to the countryside to stay with a kind nurse named Mrs. Hartley. Upset at first, Hilda feels abandoned by her parents and struggles to adjust to the unfamiliar farm life. As she spends time at Hartley's Glen, she begins to form a special bond with a local boy named Bubble Chirk and learns to appreciate the simple beauty of rural life. This experience leads Hilda on a journey of self-discovery, transforming her from a discontented child into a grounded and caring person, as she embraces newfound friendships and responsibilities.