Our Little German Cousin

Our Little German Cousin

by Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade

This book provides a glimpse into life in 19th-century Germany through the eyes of three children, Bertha, Gretchen, and Hans. Set in a toymaking village in the Black Forest, the story explores their daily routines, traditional customs, and the local folklore and craftsmanship. Readers learn about the region's architecture, music, and the unique atmosphere of this charming community.

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Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade was an American author who wrote books for children in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in 1860, Wade grew up in a literary family and began writing at a yo...

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