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We hope that our logo is thought provoking. A foundling is indeed a tragic figure, but also a happy circumstance. Though lost and abandoned, a foundling is taken in, cared for, and given a new chance. Indeed, the word foundling is even specifically defined in the laws of some states in order give foundlings legal status and protection. A discarded or abandoned book, or a book just passed on after being read is a real treasure when found by someone who has been searching for it, to be read and reread, enjoyed and shared.

The logo and caption were inspired by one of the most haunting of all lost children - the Little Match Girl. Hans Christian Andersen's classic story, The Little Match-Seller, was originally published in 1846 in Denmark; it just seems to fit the image and our name. The image is actually a modification of public domain illustrations found in Harper's Bazaar Volume X, No. 38, Sept 22, 1877, p. 601 The little girl is from a painting by Adrien Marie and was part of a series of four paintings of children entitled The Four Seasons , each representing A season of the year. This one is "Winter." Deanna Ramsay, designer of this website, added the drawing of the basket, and put the books with faded covers in the basket to complete the logo.

It seems everyone has heard of the Little Match Girl. But have you ever read this classic story? Have your children? I highly recommend that you locate an illustrated copy at a bookstore, or check it out at your local library. Illustrated books are always more powerful. However, since we have adopted the story because of its connection with our logo, we have reprinted here this short, classic story from the master storyteller for your enjoyment.