The Borrowers
The Borrowers by Mary Norton, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 1953, is a classic work of juvenile fiction that invites readers into the hidden world beneath the kitchen floor. This first edition, comprising 180 pages, introduces the Clock family—Pod, Homily, and their adventurous daughter, Arrietty—who live in a miniature home crafted from everyday objects. The story unfolds as the Clocks “borrow” items from the humans above, navigating the delicate balance between their comfortable life and the dangers posed by being seen.
Readers will discover the enchanting adventures of Arrietty as she yearns for friendship and defies the warnings of her parents. The narrative explores themes of family and the excitement of action and adventure, set against a backdrop of fantasy and magic. As Arrietty’s curiosity leads her to the human world, the story delves into the dynamics of her family life and the risks that come with her desire for connection. This edition offers a timeless tale that continues to resonate with young readers and those young at heart.
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Beneath the kitchen floor is the world of the Borrowers — Pod and Homily Clock and their daughter, Arrietty. In their tiny home, matchboxes double as roomy dressers and postage stamps hang on the walls like paintings. Whatever the Clocks need they simply “borrow” from the “human beans” who live above them. It’s a comfortable life, but boring if you’re a kid. Only Pod is allowed to venture into the house above, because the danger of being seen by a human is too great. Borrowers who are seen by humans are never seen again. Yet Arrietty won’t listen. There is a human boy up there, and Arrietty is desperate for a friend.
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