The Bodley Grandchildren: And Their Journey In Holland (1882)

""The Bodley Grandchildren: And Their Journey In Holland"" is a children's book written by Horace Elisha Scudder and originally published in 1882. The story follows the adventures of four siblings, Jack, Jill, Mary, and Robin Bodley, as they travel to Holland with their parents. Along the way, they explore the country's rich culture and history, visiting famous landmarks such as the windmills of Kinderdijk and the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. The children also learn about Dutch customs, such as wooden shoe-making and cheese-making, and make new friends with local children. However, their journey is not without challenges, as they face language barriers, unexpected weather, and even a dangerous encounter with a bull. Through it all, the Bodley siblings learn important lessons about perseverance, cultural exchange, and the joys of travel. With charming illustrations and engaging storytelling, ""The Bodley Grandchildren: And Their Journey In Holland"" is a timeless classic that continues to delight young readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.