Little Will (1882)

Little Will is a novel written by Helen Shipton and published in 1882. The story is set in a small English village and follows the life of a young boy named Will, who is orphaned at a young age. Will is taken in by his uncle, who is a cold and distant man, and is forced to work hard on his farm. Despite the hardships he faces, Will remains optimistic and kind-hearted, and his positive attitude attracts the attention of the villagers.As Will grows up, he develops a love for nature and becomes a skilled farmer. He also falls in love with a young woman named Mary, but their relationship is threatened by the disapproval of her wealthy family. Will's determination and hard work eventually win over Mary's family, and the two are able to marry and start a family of their own.Throughout the novel, Shipton explores themes of perseverance, love, and the importance of community. Little Will is a heartwarming story that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the power of love to overcome adversity.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.