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The Basket of Flowers

The Basket of Flowers

Christoph von Schmid
$8.99
BindingPaperback
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Piety and Truth Triumphant

A moral tale centered on a young girl named Mary, the gentle and virtuous daughter of a widowed gardener. Living a humble but happy life, Mary is known for her kindness, honesty, and deep sense of faith. Her peaceful world is disrupted when she is falsely accused of theft after a valuable item is secretly placed in her basket of flowers.

First published in 1823, this edition is derived from the book published in 1855 with 4 black & white illustrations and numerous page decorations. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.
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Author(s): Christoph von Schmid

Illustrator(s): Various

Translator(s): None

Dimensions: 5.5" x 8.5"

Pages: 99

Font Size: 12 pt

Reading Level: 4th-6th Grade

Read Aloud Level: 2nd-4th Grade

Year First Published: 1823

ISBN: 9781649654151

ASIN: 1649654154
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Watercolor portrait of Christoph von Schmid with scenes inspired by their writing.

Christoph von Schmid

was a German writer, priest, and educator best known to English readers for The Basket of Flowers. His stories for children combine memorable trials and adventures with lessons about honesty, kindness, and religious faith. Their clear storytelling and moral purpose helped them find readers far beyond their original German audience.

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