Frances Freeling BroderipFrances Freeling Broderip was a 19th-century English writer known for her contributions to children's literature. Born in 1830 in Winchmore Hill, Middlesex, she was the daughter of the poet Thomas Hood and Jane Reynolds. Named after a family friend, ir Francis Freeling, she grew up in a household familiar with literary influence. Her younger brother, Tom Hood, later became a humorist and illustrator. In 1849, she married the Reverend John Somerville Broderip of Cossington, Somersetshire, with whom she had four daughters. Her husband, an Oxford-educated rector, passed away in 1866. Frances began her writing career in 1857 with the publication of Wayside Fancies and went on to write numerous books for children. Many of these works were illustrated by her brother and include titles such as Funny Fables for Little Folks, Tiny Tadpole, and The Daisy and Her Friends. Her stories often combined gentle humor, moral reflection, and imaginative storytelling, making her a cherished figure in Victorian juvenile fiction. She passed away in 1878, leaving behind a legacy of stories that celebrated childhood imagination and domestic values. Read More Read Less