"Children of the Village" presents selections from Mary Russell Mitford's celebrated work, "Our Village," offering a charming glimpse into 19th-century rural English life. Mitford's keen observations and affectionate portrayals capture the essence of village communities, highlighting the simple pleasures, natural beauty, and endearing characters that define this world. Each story paints a vivid picture of the English countryside, celebrating the harmony between people and their environment. With its timeless appeal, "Children of the Village" transports readers to a bygone era, inviting them to savor the tranquility and authenticity of a close-knit community. Mitford's lyrical prose and heartfelt narratives resonate with readers of all ages, making this collection a treasured window into a simpler, more connected way of life. Experience the enduring charm of "Our Village" through these carefully selected stories, and discover the beauty in the everyday moments of village existence.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.