Memoirs of a London Doll

By Richard Henry Horne · Running time 02:54:38 · Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Fictional Biographies & Memoirs

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This is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The story is narrated by Maria Poppet, a doll with a unique consciousness, offering readers an imaginative perspective on life in London through her experiences. Following her journey from being crafted by a poor doll-maker to being adopted by various families, Maria provides insight into the lives of the children and adults she encounters, revealing both the joys and hardships of Victorian society. At the start of the narrative, we meet Maria as she is created in the workshop of Mr. Sprat, a small doll-maker residing in a cramped gar

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