Paddie (1920)

Paddie is a novel written by Emily Dudley Wright and published in 1920. The story revolves around the life of a young boy named Paddie, who lives in a small village in Ireland. Paddie is an orphan and lives with his grandmother, who is struggling to make ends meet.The book follows Paddie's journey as he tries to make a life for himself in the village. He is a hardworking and determined boy who is always looking for ways to help his grandmother. Despite the challenges he faces, Paddie remains optimistic and determined to succeed.As the story progresses, Paddie meets a wealthy American woman who takes an interest in him and his grandmother. She offers to help them financially and Paddie is given the opportunity to attend school. However, this newfound wealth comes with its own set of challenges and Paddie must learn to navigate the complexities of the upper class.Throughout the book, Paddie's character is developed through his interactions with the people around him. He learns valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of hard work. The book also explores themes of social class, poverty, and the struggles of rural life in early 20th century Ireland.Overall, Paddie is a heartwarming and uplifting story that showcases the resilience and determination of a young boy in the face of adversity.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.