Understood Betsy

From City to Farm

Elizabeth Ann, an orphan, lives a sheltered city life with her father’s Aunt Harriet and Cousin Frances. Her life is turned upside down when she goes to live with her mother’s family, the Putneys, on their family farm in Vermont. Elizabeth Ann is soon nicknamed Betsy as she embraces the rural life. She thrives as she takes on new challenges such as making butter, producing maple syrup, and tending to the animals.

First published in 1916, this edition is derived from the original book with 11 black and white illustrations and the color cover illustration by Ada C. Williamson. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.