The Lucky Sixpence (1917)

By Alden Arthur Knipe and Emilie Benson Knipe

Book Overview

The Lucky Sixpence is a novel written by Emilie Benson Knipe and published in 1917. The book is set in England during the early 20th century and follows the story of a young girl named Joan who is given a lucky sixpence by her grandfather. The sixpence becomes a symbol of hope and good fortune for Joan and her family as they face various challenges and struggles.Joan's family is struggling financially and her father is forced to leave home to find work. Meanwhile, Joan's mother becomes ill and the family must rely on the kindness of others to survive. Despite these difficulties, Joan remains optimistic and determined to make the most of her situation.As the story unfolds, Joan meets a variety of interesting characters including a wealthy woman who takes her under her wing and a kind-hearted doctor who helps her mother recover. Along the way, Joan learns important life lessons about perseverance, kindness, and the power of hope.The Lucky Sixpence is a heartwarming tale that explores themes of family, friendship, and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167233166
• ISBN13: 9781167233166
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"