Young Girl

In this short story by Katherine Mansfield, an unidentified narrator is left in charge of Mrs. Raddick's children while their mother keeps her friend, Mrs. MacEwen, company at the casino. At twelve, Hennie is delighted with everything the world has to offer-an English bulldog, a cup of chocolate, a pineapple cream-while his sister is bored. Touching and funny, "e;The Young Girl"e; depicts youth's bewilderment with the world of grown-ups and impatience to get there.HarperPerennial Classics brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperPerennial Classics collec tion to build your digital library.