Pollyanna

A BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of the classic American tale, starring Gayle Hunnicutt.

A BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of the classic American tale, starring Gayle Hunnicutt.   When Pollyanna's father dies, she is sent to live with her only surviving relative, the rich but stern Aunt Polly. Pollyanna's joy soon turns to disappointment when her spinster aunt gives her a cold greeting and tells her she is to stay in the attic.   It's not the welcome Pollyanna expected, but she soon regains her spirits, playing the ‘glad game’ her father taught her. Nancy, the maid, is charmed by Pollyanna and soon the girl's infectious optimism wins the hearts of everyone in town from the reclusive Mr Pendleton to the shy Dr Chilton.   Everyone, that is, except Aunt Polly, who refuses to succumb to her young niece's charm. It is not until a tragic accident occurs, which leaves even Pollyanna struggling to find a way to feel glad, that her maiden aunt finally unwraps her heart from years of bitterness.   This BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation retains the spirit of childlike innocence and optimism that has made Pollyanna a favourite amongst generations of children and adults.

Eleanor H. Porter

The classic tale of a glad-hearted little orphan girl whose positive take on the most adverse circumstance is a lesson for us all

Eleanor H Porter's legendary Pollyanna, a gaily plucky girl who would look on the bright side of life

This is a book I return to time and time again. I have bought it for many friends and family and recommended to it many more

THE COMPLETE AND UNABRIDGED TEXT 
 
'Most generally there is something about everything that you can be glad about, if you keep hunting long enough to find it' 
 
When her father dies, Pollyanna is sent to live with her stern Aunt Polly. She is poor, orphaned and alone but Pollyanna just feels lucky to have an aunt at all. The truth is that her dear father, before he died, taught her a trick for life – the 'Glad Game' – the aim of which is to find the good in every bad situation. Before long, Pollyanna’s sunny outlook has brightened up the whole town. But when a horrible accident occurs can the Game save Pollyanna? 
 
Includes exclusive material: In The Backstory you can test your knowledge of the book and find out if you’re as optimistic as Pollyanna! 
 
Vintage Children’s Classics is a twenty-first century classics list aimed at 8-12 year olds and the adults in their lives. Discover timeless favourites from The Jungle Book and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland to modern classics such as The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.

Eleanor H. Porter

Praise for Pollyanna

The classic tale of a glad-hearted little orphan girl whose positive take on the most adverse circumstance is a lesson for us all

Eleanor H Porter's legendary Pollyanna, a gaily plucky girl who would look on the bright side of life

This is a book I return to time and time again. I have bought it for many friends and family and recommended to it many more

The classic tale of a glad-hearted little orphan girl whose positive take on the most adverse circumstance is a lesson for us all

Eleanor H Porter's legendary Pollyanna, a gaily plucky girl who would look on the bright side of life

This is a book I return to time and time again. I have bought it for many friends and family and recommended to it many more

The classic tale of a glad-hearted little orphan girl whose positive take on the most adverse circumstance is a lesson for us all

Eleanor H Porter's legendary Pollyanna, a gaily plucky girl who would look on the bright side of life

This is a book I return to time and time again. I have bought it for many friends and family and recommended to it many more

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