The Silver Sixpence (1921)

By James H. Crank, Ruth Sawyer, James H. Crank

Book Overview

The Silver Sixpence is a novel written by Ruth Sawyer and first published in 1921. The story is set in the early 1900s and follows the life of a young girl named Janey, who lives in a small town in New England. Janey is a spirited and curious girl who loves to explore the world around her.One day, Janey discovers a silver sixpence in the grass while playing outside. She becomes convinced that the coin is lucky and decides to keep it with her at all times. The silver sixpence becomes a symbol of hope and optimism for Janey, and she believes that it will help her achieve her dreams.As Janey grows up, she faces many challenges and obstacles. She struggles to find her place in the world and to make her dreams a reality. Along the way, she meets a cast of colorful characters, including a handsome young man named Tom and a wise old woman named Granny.The Silver Sixpence is a heartwarming and inspiring story about the power of hope and the importance of perseverance. It is a timeless tale that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds. Ruth Sawyer's beautiful prose and vivid descriptions bring the world of Janey and her friends to life, making this book a true classic of American literature.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: 116722504X
• ISBN13: 9781167225048
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 350 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"