Publisher's Synopsis
The Little Colonel's Hero is a children's book written by Annie Fellows Johnston and published in 1902. The story is a continuation of the Little Colonel series and follows the adventures of the young protagonist, Lloyd Sherman. Lloyd is a brave and adventurous boy who is always looking for ways to help others. In this book, he becomes a hero when he saves a young girl from drowning in a river. The girl, whose name is Betty, is the daughter of a wealthy family who live nearby. Lloyd and Betty become fast friends, and he spends much of his time with her and her family. However, their friendship is threatened when Lloyd's father is accused of stealing money from Betty's father. Lloyd is determined to clear his father's name and prove his innocence. The book is set in the American South and provides a glimpse into the social norms and customs of the time. It also explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and courage. The Little Colonel's Hero is a heartwarming tale that will captivate children and adults alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.