Little Barefoot

By Berthold Auerbach

Book Overview

""Little Barefoot"" is a novel written by German author Berthold Auerbach. The story is set in a small village in the Black Forest region of Germany in the early 19th century. The main character is a young girl named Veronica, who is known as ""Little Barefoot"" due to her habit of going barefoot in all seasons. Veronica is an orphan who lives with her grandfather, a woodcutter. Despite her poverty and lack of education, she is intelligent and resourceful. She becomes friends with a wealthy girl named Gertrude, who is visiting the village with her family. Gertrude's mother is initially disdainful of Veronica, but the two girls become close friends. The novel explores themes of class, prejudice, and the importance of education. Veronica's desire for knowledge and her determination to improve her situation drive the plot forward. She is eventually taken in by a wealthy family who recognize her potential and offer to educate her. ""Little Barefoot"" is a classic of German literature and has been translated into many languages. It is a heartwarming story that celebrates the resilience and intelligence of young people, and the power of friendship to overcome social barriers.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162772808
• ISBN13: 9781162772806
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"