" Molesworth, Mrs. 1839-1921 creator Crane, Walter 1845-1915 text utu 2010 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Carrots: Just a Little Boy" by Mrs. Molesworth is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around a young boy named Fabian, nicknamed "Carrots," who is the youngest in a family of six siblings. His adventures and relationships are explored, particularly the bond with his older sister Floss, as they navigate the trials and joys of childhood within their family context. The opening of the book introduces Carrots as he is welcomed into the world by his family, particularly through the eyes of his sister Floss, who eagerly embraces her new role as a big sister. Floss’s affection for Carrots is evident as she takes on a nurturing role, while the other siblings react with a mixture of curiosity and indifference towards the newcomer. As the narrative unfolds, it sets the stage for Carrots' experiences as he grows from a baby into childhood, showcasing his innocent perspective on life, his interactions with family, and hints of his mischievous nature through various plans and adventures. The tone balances sweetness and realism, capturing the simplicity and complexity of early childhood. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2010-08-27 Produced by Delphine Lettau, Constantia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Children's stories Boys -- Juvenile fiction Families -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33544 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33544 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133750.0 33544