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Laddie: A True Blue Story
Paperback
Classic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025383330
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 390
Weight: 1.20
Height: 0.80 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Laddie: A True Blue Story is a celebrated semi-autobiographical novel that offers a poignant and heartwarming look at life in rural Indiana. Narrated by the youngest member of the Stanton family, known simply as Little Sister, the story revolves around her profound admiration for her older brother, Laddie. A man of exceptional character and integrity, Laddie navigates the complexities of family expectations and romantic pursuit in a close-knit farming community.
The narrative focuses on Laddie's courtship of the Princess, the daughter of a mysterious and wealthy English neighbor. Through this central romance, Gene Stratton-Porter explores themes of social standing, the importance of faith, and the enduring strength of family bonds. Rich with the author's signature appreciation for the natural world, the book provides detailed and evocative descriptions of the Midwestern landscape.
As a classic of American literature, Laddie: A True Blue Story captures the essence of a bygone era, emphasizing the values of honesty, hard work, and devotion. It remains a beloved work for its wholesome storytelling, emotional resonance, and its vivid portrayal of the joys and hardships of early twentieth-century country life.
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