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The Basket of Flowers: A Tale for the Young

Christoph von Schmid
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The Basket of Flowers: A Tale for the Young

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1997

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Christoph von Schmid

The Basket of Flowers: A Tale for the Young

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

168

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Christian
Setting

Germany • 18th century

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

1997

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

The Basket of Flowers: A Tale for the Young by Christoph von Schmid tells the story of a young person wrongfully accused of theft. With guidance from a loving father, they navigate adversity and learn valuable lessons about virtue, resilience, and the importance of inner beauty and moral integrity, highlighting the impact of positive role models and personal growth.

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Melancholic

Contemplative

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.4

1,938 ratings

78%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Basket of Flowers: A Tale for the Young by Christoph von Schmid is praised for its moral lessons and timeless values, offering young readers insight into virtue and resilience through adversity. However, some critics find its didactic approach overly simplistic. Its historical and religious context may feel outdated to modern audiences, yet it remains a charming, instructional read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Basket of Flowers: A Tale for the Young?

A reader who enjoys moral tales with a focus on virtue and innocence, akin to Heidi by Johanna Spyri, would appreciate The Basket of Flowers: A Tale for the Young. They likely favor historical settings, life lessons, and stories emphasizing perseverance and faith.

4.4

1,938 ratings

78%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

168

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Christian
Setting

Germany • 18th century

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

1997

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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