""A Round Dozen"" is a collection of twelve short stories written by Susan Coolidge and originally published in 1883. The stories are aimed at children and are set in various locations around the world, including England, Italy, and America.Each story features a different set of characters and explores themes such as friendship, family, and the importance of being kind and honest. Some of the stories also have a moral lesson, such as the importance of hard work and perseverance.The book is written in a simple and engaging style, making it easy for children to read and understand. It is also illustrated with charming black and white drawings that bring the characters and settings to life.Overall, ""A Round Dozen"" is a delightful collection of stories that will entertain and educate young readers. It is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of children and is still popular today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.