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Margaret Sidney

Margaret Sidney

1844-1924

Margaret Sidney was the pen name of the American author Harriett Mulford Stone Lothrop. She is best known for her beloved children's book series, "The Five Little Peppers," which captured the hearts of readers and became a classic of American literature.

Born in New Haven, Connecticut, Margaret Sidney grew up in a literary and intellectual family. She was the daughter of a newspaper editor and had a passion for writing from a young age. Her early works included poems and short stories published in various magazines.

In 1881, Margaret Sidney introduced the world to the Pepper family with the publication of "Five Little Peppers and How They Grew." This heartwarming tale of a poor but loving family struck a chord with young readers and their parents alike. The book's success led to a series of sequels, including "Five Little Peppers Midway," "Five Little Peppers Grown Up," and more, chronicling the adventures and growth of the Pepper children.

Margaret Sidney's stories emphasized values such as love, hard work, and perseverance, making them popular choices for family reading. Her writing style was engaging and accessible, appealing to both children and adults. The Pepper family series was a departure from the more didactic and moralistic children's literature of her time.

Throughout her career, Margaret Sidney wrote numerous other books, including novels, short stories, and magazine articles. Her works continued to promote wholesome family values and entertained generations of readers.

Margaret Sidney's contributions to children's literature endure as a testament to her storytelling prowess and her ability to create endearing characters that have stood the test of time. Her books remain cherished classics that continue to inspire and delight young readers today.

Books

  • Five Little Peppers and How They Grew

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    Five Little Peppers The first book in the Five Little Peppers series.  The story introduces the five Pepper children and their widowed mother Mamsi...

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  • Five Little Peppers Midway

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    Five Little Peppers The second book in the Five Little Peppers series. The Peppers have left their ‘little brown house’ in the country and now live...

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  • Ben Pepper

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    Five Little Peppers The tenth book in the Five Little Pepper series, the story follows Ben Pepper, the oldest of the five Pepper children. Ben is a...

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  • The Adventures of Joel Pepper

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    Five Little Peppers The fifth book in the Five Little Peppers Series that follows Joel Pepper. Joel is the most rambunctious of the Pepper clan. He...

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  • Phronsie Pepper

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    Five Little Peppers Phronsie Pepper is the fourth book in the Five Little Pepper Series. According to the introduction, Margaret Sidney intended th...

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  • Five Little Peppers and Their Friends

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    Five Little Peppers The Pepper children—Ben, Polly, Joel, Davie, and Phronsie—along with their beloved mother, Mamsie, find themselves embarking on...

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  • Five Little Peppers in the Little Brown House

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    Five Little Peppers Twelve short stories about the Pepper family before meeting the Kings. Living in a humble little brown house, the family faces ...

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  • Our Davie Pepper

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    Five Little Peppers The last book in the famous Five Little Peppers series, which revolves around the lives of the Pepper family, living in the Lit...

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  • Five Little Peppers at School

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    Five Little Peppers The Pepper children are now at school where they encounter bullies, accidents, pets, parties, thunderstorms, engagements, and m...

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  • Five Little Peppers Abroad

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    Five Little Peppers A continuation of Margaret Sidney’s beloved series about the Pepper family. The story takes the Pepper family beyond their fami...

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Margaret Sidney

Important Works:

Important Works:

"Five Little Peppers" Series:

  • Five Little Peppers and How They Grew
  • Five Little Peppers Midway
  • Five Little Peppers Grown Up
  • Phronsie Pepper
  • The Stories Polly Pepper Told
  • Five Little Peppers: Our Davie Pepper
  • Five Little Peppers Abroad
  • Five Little Peppers at School
  • The Adventures of Joel Pepper
  • Five Little Peppers and Their Friends
  • Ben Pepper
  • Five Little Peppers in the Little Brown House

Other Works:

  • A Little Maid of Concord Town
  • The Little Maid's Historical Series
  • Various short stories and articles in magazines