The Old Beggar (1867)

By Anonymous

Book Overview

The Old Beggar is a novel written by E. Cummiskey and published in 1867. The story revolves around an elderly man who lives in poverty and begs for a living. Despite his struggles, the old beggar maintains a positive outlook on life and finds joy in small moments.As the novel progresses, the old beggar encounters various individuals who offer him kindness and support, including a young boy who befriends him and a wealthy woman who provides him with food and shelter. However, he also faces challenges and mistreatment from others who view him as a burden on society.Through the character of the old beggar, the novel explores themes of poverty, compassion, and the human spirit. It offers a poignant portrayal of the struggles faced by those living in poverty and the resilience and hope that can be found in the face of adversity.Overall, The Old Beggar is a touching and thought-provoking novel that offers a powerful commentary on the human condition.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: 1164001833
• ISBN13: 9781164001836
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"