The Little Old Portrait (1884)

By Mrs. Molesworth and W Gunston

Book Overview

The Little Old Portrait is a classic children's book written by Mary Louisa Molesworth and first published in 1884. The story follows a young girl named Hester who discovers a mysterious old portrait in her grandmother's attic. As Hester begins to investigate the portrait, she finds herself transported back in time to the 17th century, where she meets a young girl named Dorothy who bears a striking resemblance to her. Together, Hester and Dorothy embark on a magical adventure, discovering secrets about their family's past and uncovering the truth behind the portrait. The book is a charming tale of friendship, family, and the power of imagination, and is sure to delight young readers with its engaging story and vivid descriptions. With its timeless themes and captivating narrative, The Little Old Portrait remains a beloved classic of children's literature to this day.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: 1166162761
• ISBN13: 9781166162764
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"