Frances Hodgson Burnett’s A Little Princess is a beloved children’s classic about kindness, imagination, and dignity in the face of misfortune. The story of Sara Crewe has charmed listeners for over a century, and it makes a warm, comforting audiobook for all ages.
Listen to A Little Princess Free30-day free trial • Your first audiobook free • Cancel anytimeWhat A Little Princess is about
Sara Crewe is a clever, kind-hearted girl sent from India to Miss Minchin’s boarding school in London, where her wealthy father’s fortune makes her the star pupil. But when tragedy strikes and the money disappears, Sara is cast down from privileged ‘little princess’ to overworked servant, forced to survive cold attics and cruelty with only her imagination and generosity intact.
First published in 1905, Burnett’s novel is a tender, occasionally magical tale about how true nobility comes from character rather than circumstance. Its message — that anyone can be a ‘princess’ through kindness and grace — has kept it a favorite of children and adults alike.
| Author | Frances Hodgson Burnett |
|---|---|
| ISBN | 9781440797613 |
| List price | $19.99 |
Why A Little Princess is great on audio
Sara’s storytelling and rich inner imaginative life make this a lovely listen, especially shared aloud with younger family members. The narration brings warmth to Sara’s resilience and a satisfying chill to Miss Minchin’s cruelty.
Who should listen
Perfect for fans of classic children’s literature, gentle and uplifting stories, and tales of resilience. A great family listen; readers wanting fast modern plots may find it old-fashioned, but that’s part of its charm.
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Listen to A Little Princess Free30-day free trial • Your first audiobook free • Cancel anytimeFrequently asked questions
Is A Little Princess a children’s book?
Yes — it’s a classic of children’s literature, though its themes of kindness and resilience give it lasting appeal for adults too.
Is it related to The Secret Garden?
Both are by Frances Hodgson Burnett, but they’re separate stories — fans of one often love the other.
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Is it a sad story?
It has hard, sad moments when Sara loses everything, but it builds to a warm, hopeful, and satisfying ending.