The Water Waifs

The Water Waifs: A Story of Canal Barge Life is a novel written by Emma Leslie and originally published in 1882. The story follows the lives of two orphaned siblings, Dick and Dolly, who are forced to leave their home and live on a canal barge with their uncle, a rough and gruff bargee named Bill. As they travel along the canals, the children encounter a variety of colorful characters and face numerous challenges, including harsh weather, dangerous waters, and unexpected obstacles. Despite the difficulties they face, the siblings remain resilient and determined to make a life for themselves on the water. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about hard work, perseverance, and the importance of family. Through vivid descriptions of canal life and the characters that inhabit it, Leslie paints a rich and detailed picture of a bygone era. The Water Waifs is a heartwarming tale of adventure, resilience, and the power of family bonds.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.