Apples, Ripe and Rosy, Sir And Other Stories for Boys and Girls

"Apples, Ripe and Rosy, Sir” by Mary Catherine Crowley is a compilation of stories aimed at young readers, presenting scenarios where children encounter life lessons through everyday adventures and acts of kindness. Set against the backdrop of what appears to be the late 1800's, the book starts with a blustery March day where Widow Barry, an aging Irish apple seller, is struggling to sell her goods as a snowstorm rolls in. Her luck changes when a young boy, Tom Norris, offers her a helping hand. Tom’s optimism and willingness to assist the struggling woman creates stories infused with the importance of empathy, community spirit, and the pure-hearted nature of youth in an era marked by change.