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Louisa May Alcott's lively and heartwarming stories are favorites with young readers everywhere. A Garland for Girls will be especially welcomed by those who read and treasure all of the famous books by this great American author.

This is a series of vignettes by Louisa May Alcott that illustrate the idea by Sir Philip Sidney that "They are never alone that are accompanied with noble thoughts." The reader is introduced to several young women who discover great satisfaction when they do what each can do and still have a renewed desire to be of more assistance while also witnessing the more somber parts of life. In "Pansies" Mrs. Warburton assures others that "hearts don't break if they know where to go for strength."

Written during a time of solitude, these enchanting stories were crafted for my own delight. Inspired by the beauty of flowers that brought me comfort, each tale is imbued with the essence of these blooms. My hope is that my girls discover a touch of beauty and joy within these ordinary blossoms, making this collection a cherished gift. - L.M. Alcott, September, 1887

Das Glück liegt in der Luft. Der kleine Hund Lilo ist nicht der schönste Vierbeiner auf Erden, hat aber das Herz auf dem rechten Fleck. Und er kann menschliche Gefühle erschnuppern. Seine Besitzerin, die elfjährige Emi, riecht neuerdings unglücklich. Unentwegt blickt sie auf ihr Smartphone und vergisst die Welt um sich herum. Und dann entdeckt Lilo eines Tages im Park ein anderes Mädchen, das irgendwie nach Hefe riecht. Angst riecht nach Hefe! Welches Geheimnis verbergen die beiden Mädchen? Lilo ist wild entschlossen, zu helfen.