Award-winning story: Recognized with the 1957 Newbery Medal for excellence in children's literature
Family saga: Explores the dynamics and growth of a close-knit family
Setting in Pennsylvania countryside: Offers a vivid, immersive backdrop for the narrative
Themes of resilience and community: Encourages readers to appreciate family bonds and perseverance
Summarized by Shop
After her father returns from the war moody and tired, Marly's family decides to move from the city to Maple Hill Farm in the Pennsylvania countryside where they share many adventures that help restore their spirits and their bond with each other. This book won the 1957 Newbery Medal.