A Little Shepherd Of Provence (1910) - Evaleen Stein - Bog

A Little Shepherd of Provence is a children's book written by Evaleen Stein and published in 1910. The story is set in the picturesque countryside of Provence, France and follows the life of a young shepherd boy named Jean-Marie. Jean-Marie is a kind-hearted and hardworking boy who spends his days tending to his flock of sheep and goats. He is content with his simple life and enjoys the beauty of nature around him.One day, Jean-Marie meets a wealthy American girl named Dolly who is visiting the region with her family. Despite their different backgrounds, the two become fast friends and share many adventures together. Dolly introduces Jean-Marie to new experiences and teaches him about the world beyond his village.However, their friendship is not without its challenges. Jean-Marie's father disapproves of his son's friendship with the wealthy American girl and forbids him from seeing her. Dolly's family also disapproves of her spending time with a poor shepherd boy. Despite these obstacles, Jean-Marie and Dolly remain loyal to each other and continue to find ways to spend time together.A Little Shepherd of Provence is a heartwarming story about friendship, love, and the beauty of the French countryside. Stein's vivid descriptions of the landscape and the characters' emotions make this book a timeless classic. The story teaches valuable lessons about acceptance, perseverance, and the importance of following one's heart. It is a perfect read for children and adults alike who enjoy stories about friendship and adventure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.