Widow Winpenny's Watchword (1885)

By James Jackson Wray

Book Overview

Widow Winpenny's Watchword is a novel written by James Jackson Wray and originally published in 1885. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of a widowed woman named Mrs. Winpenny, who lives in a small village in England. Mrs. Winpenny is a kind and generous woman who is highly respected in her community. She is known for her strong religious beliefs and her unwavering faith in God.The plot of the novel revolves around Mrs. Winpenny's efforts to help a young woman named Mary, who has fallen on hard times. Mary is an orphan who has been forced to leave her home and seek employment in the city. Mrs. Winpenny takes Mary under her wing and helps her find work as a seamstress. As the two women become closer, Mrs. Winpenny begins to share her own life story with Mary, including the tragic loss of her husband and the challenges she has faced as a widow.Throughout the novel, Mrs. Winpenny's faith is tested as she faces a series of trials and tribulations. She must deal with the jealousy and gossip of her neighbors, as well as the unexpected arrival of her estranged son. Despite these challenges, Mrs. Winpenny remains steadfast in her beliefs and continues to help those in need.Widow Winpenny's Watchword is a heartwarming tale of faith, love, and the power of community. It is a timeless story that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds.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: 1104529955
• ISBN13: 9781104529956
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"