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Literary Fiction· International

A Little Princess

by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Aggregate Editorial Score40/100
#6,165of 99,626 books
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Published 1905English
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About This Book

Frances Hodgson Burnett's A Little Princess (1905) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. A celebrated work of literary fiction, A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett (1905) offers an unflinching examination of the human condition.

Book Details

AuthorFrances Hodgson Burnett
Published1905
Country of OriginInternational
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score40/100
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Editorial Assessment

Frances Hodgson Burnett published A Little Princess in 1905, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of literary fiction from International. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Its aggregate editorial score of 40/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. What distinguishes A Little Princess is how it handles its central concerns — the human condition — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. A Little Princess reflects Frances Hodgson Burnett's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with International's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

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Frances Hodgson Burnett
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Frances Hodgson Burnett is a celebrated author from United Kingdom known for influential works of childrens.

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A Little Princess was written by Frances Hodgson Burnett, first published in 1905. Frances Hodgson Burnett is recognized as a significant author in the field of literary fiction.

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