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Title: Willie the Waif
Note: Reading ease score: 93.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Andrew Hodson
Summary: "Willie the Waif" by Minie Herbert is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. This heartwarming tale focuses on the struggles of two young boys, Willie and Bob, as they navigate life on the streets of London, seeking a safe and loving environment while dealing with an abusive father and the harsh realities of their surroundings. The story begins with Willie, a frail little boy, waiting for his older brother Bob to return home. After facing fear from their father's abuse, the two boys decide to run away to find a better life together. Through various hardships, including searching for food, selling matches, and encountering kindness from strangers, they gradually build a bond defined by love and loyalty. Their journey leads them to a mission school, where they learn about Jesus and the possibility of a brighter future. Miss Elton, a caring woman from the mission, takes an interest in Willie, leading to a series of events that eventually reveals Willie's true identity and offers a chance for a permanent home filled with warmth and affection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Herbert, Minie
EBook No.: 19936
Published: Nov 27, 2006
Downloads: 45
Language: English
Subject: Boys -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: London (England) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Runaway children -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Willie the Waif
Note: Reading ease score: 93.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Andrew Hodson
Summary: "Willie the Waif" by Minie Herbert is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. This heartwarming tale focuses on the struggles of two young boys, Willie and Bob, as they navigate life on the streets of London, seeking a safe and loving environment while dealing with an abusive father and the harsh realities of their surroundings. The story begins with Willie, a frail little boy, waiting for his older brother Bob to return home. After facing fear from their father's abuse, the two boys decide to run away to find a better life together. Through various hardships, including searching for food, selling matches, and encountering kindness from strangers, they gradually build a bond defined by love and loyalty. Their journey leads them to a mission school, where they learn about Jesus and the possibility of a brighter future. Miss Elton, a caring woman from the mission, takes an interest in Willie, leading to a series of events that eventually reveals Willie's true identity and offers a chance for a permanent home filled with warmth and affection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Herbert, Minie
EBook No.: 19936
Published: Nov 27, 2006
Downloads: 45
Language: English
Subject: Boys -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: London (England) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Runaway children -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.