Little Lord Fauntleroy

When a young American boy named Cedric Errol receives word that he's the heir to an English earldom, his humble life in 1880s Brooklyn transforms overnight in Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic *Little Lord Fauntleroy*. Summoned across the Atlantic by his wealthy but embittered grandfather, the kind-hearted boy must leave his beloved mother behind to claim his aristocratic inheritance—though the Earl refuses to acknowledge her existence. As Cedric settles into castle life, his innocent charm and genuine compassion for the estate's poorest tenants begin to soften his grandfather's hardened heart. The elderly Earl had intended to mold his grandson into a proper English nobleman, but instead finds himself transformed by the boy's unwavering goodness and moral clarity. When a mysterious claim to the title emerges, threatening Cedric's future, his American friends and natural integrity prove invaluable. This enchanting coming-of-age adventure explores themes of class, character, and the redemptive power of kindness across social boundaries. Burnett's timeless tale reveals that true nobility comes not from titles or wealth, but from compassion and integrity. Perfect for listeners seeking an uplifting historical fiction that celebrates childhood innocence while challenging rigid social conventions, *Little Lord Fauntleroy* remains a beloved treasure for family audiences of all ages.