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Her most famous work, Granny's Wonderful Chair, was published in 1856 and it is still in print to this day. It is a richly imaginative book of fairy stories and has been translated into many languages. This work, read as a child by Frances Hodgson Burnett, inspired the writings of Little Saint Elizabeth and Other Stories (Summary by Wikipedia and Linette Geisel) Cast:Narrator: Linette GieselStorytelling Chair: Phil ChenevertFemale 1: Beth ThomasFemale 2: Amy GramourFemale 3: rashadaFemale 4: ChyAnne DonnellFemale 5: Joyce CouchFemale 6: KalyndaMale 1: Glenn PreviteraMale 2: Algy PugMale 3: ...

Frances Browne (1816-1879) was an Irish poet and novelist who is best remembered for her enchanting stories for children, published under the title of Granny's Wonderful Chair. The collection tells the story of Snowflower, a little girl left alone in the world with a magical chair belonging to her absent grandmother, which can take her wherever she wants to go and can tell her marvellous stories.

A glittering collection of classic stories for children, which have delighted generations and continue to appeal.

This was Frances Hodgeson Burnett's (author of The Secret Garden) favorite fairy-tale story book! The titles include "The Christmas Cuckoo", "The Lords of the White and Grey Castles", "The Greedy Shepherd", "The Story of Fairyfoot", "The Story of Childe Charity", "Sour and Civil", "The Story of Merrymind", and "Prince Wisewit's Return".

Published in 1856, Grannys Wonderful Chair remains a beloved classic, enchanting readers with its richly imaginative fairy tales. This timeless collection has been translated into numerous languages and continues to inspire generations. Frances Hodgson Burnett, who cherished this work in her childhood, drew inspiration from it for her own writing, notably Little Saint Elizabeth and Other Stories. Join us as we journey through these captivating tales, brought to life by a talented cast. (Summary by Wikipedia and Linette Geisel)

When little Snowflower is left alone in the world, her only companions are a faithful dwarf and a very special chair—one that can travel anywhere and tell beautiful, enchanted tales. As Snowflower visits the palace of King Winwealth, the chair begins to spin its stories: rich, moral fables filled with kings, queens, fairies, and lessons about generosity, courage, and kindness.