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Pollyanna

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Pollyanna

By: Eleanor Porter
Narrated by: Barbara Caruso
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When Pollyanna was published in 1913, it became an overnight success. It immediately sold over a million copies as young and old alike fell in love with the little freckled orphan girl and her spirited optimism. Many of Beldingsville’s citizens are ill, misguided, and even despairing. The sparkling, ingenuous 11-year-old who descends upon them with her "glad game" gives them renewed hope and changes their lives forever. Then unexpected tragedy strikes, and Pollyanna can no longer find the silver lining in any cloud. Can a child’s suffering possibly serve any purpose?

Author Eleanor Porter wrote, "I have never believed that we ought to deny discomfort and pain and evil: I have merely thought that it is far better to greet the unknown with a cheer." With the added bonus of Barbara Caruso’s skillful reading, even adult listeners will be challenged to finish the book dry eyed.

Public Domain (P)1997 Recorded Books
Classics Literature & Fiction Inspiring
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A must listen for those who enjoy listening to inspiring stories that leave you wanting to reflect your own perspective.

A must listen

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A sweet and entertaining story, but it lacks any real depth or feeling.
It was good to hear this classic.

A sweet story

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I enjoyed this cute story. Maybe a bit more suited for younger audiences, but it made me Glad :D

It was a cute book

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