Five Little Friends: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Five Little Friends: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Five Little Friends is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Adams, Sherred Willcox (1872–1960).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Five Little Friends" by Sherred Willcox Adams is a children's book likely written in the early 20th century. The book is centered around the adventures of five young friends—Bob, Betty, Paul, Peggy, and little Dot—as they navigate life at school and during their summer vacation. The story emphasizes themes of friendship, caring for animals, and imaginative play, making it an engaging read for young children. In the first part, the five friends share their experiences at school, where they are excited to introduce their pets to each other. Each child tells a story about their pet, from Dot's white cat, Snowball, to Paul's heroic collie, Hero. The friends then collaborate to organize a pet show to raise money for a blind man to help him get a new dog. In the vacation segment, the children enjoy a summer filled with fun activities on a farm, where they explore nature, participate in imaginative games, and bond with Mary, a local girl. The narrative captures their playful spirit and the innocence of childhood while highlighting the joys of friendship and adventure.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Five Little Friends
- Author credits: Adams, Sherred Willcox (1872–1960)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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