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Reluctantly taken in out of a sense of obligation, Aunt Polly confines her to a cramped, sweltering attic room, hoping to keep her out of sight. But what Aunt Polly doesnt realize is that Pollyanna carries with her the joyful game of being glad, a lesson from her father. With her infectious optimism, Pollyanna is destined to uplift not only the dreary household but the entire village, spreading hope and happiness along the way. 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