A poor, warmhearted boy from Brooklyn discovers he is heir to an English earldom — and is sent across the ocean to meet the proud, hardened grandfather he has never known. Frances Hodgson Burnett’s beloved Victorian classic is a tender, gently sentimental story about kindness meeting cynicism. Hearing it read aloud brings out all its old-fashioned charm.
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Cedric Errol is an open-hearted American boy being raised by his widowed mother in modest circumstances when an English lawyer arrives with astonishing news: he is now Lord Fauntleroy, heir to one of the great titles of England. Summoned to live on his grandfather’s estate, Cedric must leave behind the simple New York life and friends he loves to take his place beside the stern, unsentimental Earl of Dorincourt. What unfolds is a story of innocence set against pride, and of how a child’s plain goodness and trust can soften even the most guarded of hearts.
First published in the 1880s, Burnett’s novel became a sensation on both sides of the Atlantic. It remains a warm, deeply readable example of Victorian children’s fiction, equally rewarding for adults drawn to its sweetness, its quiet wit, and its faith in human kindness.
| Author | Frances Hodgson Burnett |
|---|---|
| ISBN | 9781481546676 |
| List price | $13.95 |
Why Little Lord Fauntleroy is great on audio
As an audiobook, Little Lord Fauntleroy shines through its contrasts in voice — Cedric’s earnest, plainspoken warmth set against the clipped reserve of the old Earl and the formality of the English household. A spoken performance highlights the period dialogue and the gentle humor that can slip past on the page. It is an easy, comforting listen, well suited to family time or unwinding at the end of the day.
Who should listen
This one is for readers who love classic, big-hearted Victorian storytelling and characters whose decency wins out. If you enjoy gentle, sentimental tales in the spirit of older children’s literature — stories you can share across generations — it will feel right at home. Cynics looking for grit and ambiguity may find it too sweet, and that is exactly its appeal for everyone else.
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Is Little Lord Fauntleroy appropriate for children?
Yes. It is a classic work of Victorian children’s fiction with a kind young protagonist and gentle, family-friendly themes about generosity and goodness, making it a comfortable choice for younger listeners as well as adults.
Do I need to have read the book first?
Not at all. The story is self-contained and easy to follow, so you can enjoy the audiobook with no prior knowledge of the novel.
What kind of story is it?
It is a heartwarming, somewhat sentimental classic from the 1880s about an American boy who unexpectedly becomes heir to an English earldom. Expect warmth, period charm, and an uplifting tone rather than fast-paced action or suspense.