The Bobbsey Twins and Baby May
by OpenStories
Original author: Laura Lee Hope
"The Bobbsey Twins and Baby May" by Laura Lee Hope is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around the Bobbsey twins—Bert, Nan, Flossie, and Freddie—as they navigate childhood adventures and mishaps, ultimately finding an abandoned baby named May on their doorstep. The story begins with a rainstorm and a series of events that lead to the discovery of Baby May, which sets the stage for the joyous chaos that follows as the siblings grapple with the mystery of her origins. The opening of the book introduces readers to the Bobbsey twins, who are dealing with the excitement of a storm and the antics it brings while waiting for their younger siblings at school. Meanwhile, a curious old woman with a green umbrella appears, hinting at future developments in the story. As the narrative unfolds, it captures the children's playful yet adventurous spirits as they later discover the baby on their doorstep after the storm. The initial chapters effectively set up the themes of curiosity, family, and the impending mystery surrounding Baby May, inviting readers into a delightful tale filled with adventure and heartwarming moments.
The Bobbsey Twins and Baby May, by Laura Lee Hope. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #65202.
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22 Chapters
- 1.Chapter I: A Railroad Smash1,869 words
- 2.Chapter II: Mysterious Bells1,839 words
- 3.Chapter III: Baby May1,617 words
- 4.Chapter IV: What the Police Found1,352 words
- 5.Chapter V: Nan Whispers in School1,882 words
- 6.Chapter VI: The Runaway1,898 words
- 7.Chapter VII: The Snap-Cracker1,427 words
- 8.Chapter VIII: The Old Woman Again1,717 words
- 9.Chapter IX: In Pursuit1,472 words
- 10.Chapter X: Lost in the Woods2,538 words
- 11.Chapter XI: Adventures of the Night1,445 words
- 12.Chapter XII: Rescued1,755 words
- 13.Chapter XIII: The Last Day1,599 words
- 14.Chapter XIV: A Big Splash1,667 words
- 15.Chapter XV: Freddie Sees Something1,790 words
- 16.Chapter XVI: A Lost Baby1,743 words
- 17.Chapter XVII: The Green Umbrella1,449 words
- 18.Chapter XVIII: Kidnapped2,141 words
- 19.Chapter XIX: On the Trail1,253 words
- 20.Chapter XX: An Exciting Chase1,272 words
- 21.Chapter XXI: In the Duck Pond1,689 words
- 22.Chapter XXII: Caught at Last3,163 words