The Good Neighbor is a novel written by Clara Belle Baker and published in 1921. The story is set in a small town in the American Midwest and revolves around the character of Mrs. Mary Peterkin, a kind and generous woman who is loved by her neighbors. Mrs. Peterkin is always ready to help anyone in need and is known for her selflessness and compassion. However, her life takes a turn when her husband dies suddenly, leaving her with a large debt and no means to pay it off. Mrs. Peterkin is forced to sell her house and move ...
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The Good Neighbor is a novel written by Clara Belle Baker and published in 1921. The story is set in a small town in the American Midwest and revolves around the character of Mrs. Mary Peterkin, a kind and generous woman who is loved by her neighbors. Mrs. Peterkin is always ready to help anyone in need and is known for her selflessness and compassion. However, her life takes a turn when her husband dies suddenly, leaving her with a large debt and no means to pay it off. Mrs. Peterkin is forced to sell her house and move into a small apartment, where she struggles to make ends meet. Despite her hardships, she remains optimistic and continues to help her neighbors whenever she can. The novel explores themes of community, kindness, and resilience. It highlights the importance of being a good neighbor and the impact that one person can have on the lives of those around them. The Good Neighbor is a heartwarming and uplifting story that celebrates the power of human connection and the beauty of small-town life.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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