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The Water Waifs: A Story of Canal Barge Life (1882)

The Water Waifs: A Story of Canal Barge Life (1882)

Leslie, Emma

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ISBN10: 1162258470
ISBN13: 9781162258478
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 22 2010
Pages: 106
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Water Waifs: A Story Of Canal Barge Life is a novel written by Emma Leslie and originally published in 1882. The story is set in England during the 19th century and focuses on the lives of children who live and work on canal barges. The main character, a young girl named Nelly, is orphaned and forced to join her uncle on his barge. Along with her new friends, Jack and Polly, Nelly learns about the challenges and joys of life on the waterways. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of the canal barge culture, including the dangers of the job, the camaraderie among the workers, and the unique lifestyle of those who live on the barges. Through Nelly's journey, the book explores themes of family, friendship, and perseverance in the face of adversity. Overall, The Water Waifs is a heartwarming and engaging story that offers a glimpse into a lesser-known aspect of British history.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.

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