The Humpherys Family

Five Little Peppers and How They Grew

Record Added: 5/16/2014
Author 
Illustrator 
Series Illustrated Junior Library
Setting United States
Topic Family
 Children's Fiction, Class
Publisher Grosset & Dunlap Publishe
Year 1973
Age 9-12   Pages 310
Description Printed binding
 
The first in a series of books about the Pepper family, these imaginative children's stories have delighted readers since their original publication in 1881. This first novel introduces Ben, Polly, Joel, Davie, and Phronsie, the children of their widowed Mamsie, Mrs. Pepper. While very poor, the Peppers live in a supportive little town in their beloved Little Brown House.

The family faces many challenges, such as sickness and an overflowing generosity stinted by their financial straits, yet they accept and overcome many obstacles with an optimism and good-naturedness that is as surprising as it is commendable. When little Phronsie is later placed in great danger, the Peppers meet young Jasper King, who will ultimately change their fates and lead them to the unexpected conclusion of the novel. 

This heartwarming tale is a testament to perseverance in the face of hardship, incorruptible kindness, and the power of family love that conveys a message well worth learning to this day.
Notes
The book in Kimberly was a different edition.