The Basket of Flowers

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.