Deidre Johnson presents the full text of the book "Betty Gordon at Bramble Farm," by American author Josephine Lawrence (1889-1978). Lawrence wrote the Betty Gordon series for children under the pseudonym Alice B. Emerson.

Betty Gordon, a recently-orphaned girl, becomes the ward of her uncle, Dick Gordon. Betty loves Uncle Dick from the moment that she meets him, but he must travel on business. Uncle Dick arranges for Betty to spend the summer at Bramble Farm, where his old school friend, Agatha Peabody, lives with her husband. While Betty hates to be separated from her uncle, she fantasizes about the good times she will have at Bramble Farm. Betty finds that Bramble Farm is a very miserable place. Mr. Peabody is a mean old miser, and Mrs. Peabody is crushed in spirit and unable to speak up for herself. Mr. Peabody forces his wife and employees to eat skimpy meals. He refuses to allow his wife to make any decisions, and Mrs. Peabody is treated almost like a slave. The one bright spot is Betty's new friend, Bob Henderson, who is a poorhouse boy who lives on the farm. "Take your old butter!" she stormed at the astonished Mr. Peabody. Both Betty and Bob wish they could escape from Bramble Farm. Betty writes to her uncle and explains how miserable life at Bramble Farm is. While Betty awaits a response, she becomes acquainted with Dr. Guerin and his family. Betty considers running away, but the Guerin family convinces her that it would be best to wait for her uncle to reply to her letter.

"[...] Uncle Dick, for it really was Mr. Gordon, hurdled the low fence lightly and stood smiling down on his niece. "I don't believe in wasting time writing letters," he declared cheerfully, "especially as I seldom know my plans three days ahead. You're the image of your father, child. I should have known you anywhere." Betty put her hands behind her, suddenly conscious that they could not be very clean. "I'm afraid I mussed your collar," she apologized contritely. "Mrs. Arnold was hoping you'd write so she could have me all scrubbed up for you;" and here Betty's dimple would flicker out. Mr. Gordon put an arm about the little figure in the grass-stained rose-colored smock.[...]".

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" In "Betty Gordon at Bramble Farm" by Alice B. Emerson, join the spirited young protagonist, Betty Gordon, on a charming countryside adventure. This delightful tale follows Betty as she immerses herself in the enchanting world of Bramble Farm, discovering the joys of farm life and forming lasting connections with its inhabitants. As Betty arrives at Bramble Farm, she embraces the rustic beauty of the countryside and eagerly explores the farm's nooks and crannies. From caring for animals to learning about agriculture and experiencing the wonders of nature, Betty's journey is filled with excitement, learning, and unexpected surprises. Alice B. Emerson's storytelling paints a vivid picture of life on Bramble Farm, immersing readers in Betty's experiences and capturing the essence of rural living. Through Betty's adventures, readers discover the value of hard work, the joys of friendship, and the rewards of embracing new experiences. Join Betty Gordon as she embraces the wonders of Bramble Farm, uncovering the joys of farm life, and embarking on a transformative journey of self-discovery and personal growth."