Sara Crewe is one of the most vivid figures in children's fiction. Born in India, sent to school in England, she is, at first, treated like a princess by the teacher, Miss Minchin. But, when it is evident that Sara does not have the fortune of a princess, she is dispatched to live in the attic and becomes a servant. It is the remarkable way with which Sara copes, imagining that things are not as bad as they seem, which has made her a role model for many young girls, who also hope to experience the happy ending.
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