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 first published in 1917. The story is set in England during the 17th century and revolves around a young girl named Betty Desmond who is left orphaned and penniless after her father dies. She is taken in by her uncle, but he is a cruel and abusive man who treats her like a servant. One day, Betty finds a lucky sixpence on the street and believes it will bring her good fortune. She decides to run away from her uncle's house and sets out on a journey to London with the sixpence as her only possession. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters, including a kind old lady who takes her in and teaches her how to read and write. Betty eventually arrives in London and finds work as a servant in a wealthy household. She becomes friends with the family's daughter, but their relationship is threatened when Betty is accused of stealing a valuable necklace. With the help of her lucky sixpence, Betty is able to clear her name and is rewarded with a happy ending.The Lucky Sixpence is a heartwarming story about a young girl's journey to find happiness and success despite the obstacles she faces. It is a classic tale of perseverance, friendship, and the power of good luck.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: 1120900506
• ISBN13: 9781120900500
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"