Daddy Long Legs is a classic novel written by Jean Webster, first published in 1912. The story is about a young orphan girl named Jerusha Abbott, who is sent to college by an anonymous benefactor who she calls ""Daddy Long Legs"" because of his tall and lanky appearance. Jerusha, who has lived in an orphanage all her life, is thrilled to have the opportunity to attend college and study literature. She writes letters to Daddy Long Legs, telling him about her experiences and her dreams for the future. Through her letters, ...
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Daddy Long Legs is a classic novel written by Jean Webster, first published in 1912. The story is about a young orphan girl named Jerusha Abbott, who is sent to college by an anonymous benefactor who she calls ""Daddy Long Legs"" because of his tall and lanky appearance. Jerusha, who has lived in an orphanage all her life, is thrilled to have the opportunity to attend college and study literature. She writes letters to Daddy Long Legs, telling him about her experiences and her dreams for the future. Through her letters, Jerusha reveals her wit, intelligence, and independent spirit, and Daddy Long Legs becomes more and more intrigued by her.As Jerusha navigates college life, she makes friends and falls in love with a young man named Jervis Pendleton. However, she is unsure of how to act on her feelings, as she is still in the dark about the identity of her mysterious benefactor.The novel explores themes of identity, class, and gender roles, as well as the importance of education and self-discovery. Daddy Long Legs is a heartwarming and inspiring story that has captured the hearts of readers for over a century.You only wanted to hear from me once a month, didn't you? And I've been peppering you with letters every few days! But I've been so excited about all these new adventures that I MUST talk to somebody; and you're the only one I know. Please excuse my exuberance; I'll settle pretty soon. If my letters bore you, you can always toss them into the wastebasket. I promise not to write another till the middle of November.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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I first read this aged fourteen & loved it -- it was a favourite of my Mother's. I am 80 & now my Granddaughter is interested in it & so it goes on........
Melanie
Jan 19, 2012
Great read!
This is a wonderful read and the book arrived in perfect condition. I bought a second copy for a friend and we thoroughly enjoyed reading this 100-year-old novel.
Dawn V
Oct 21, 2010
Good classic
good classic, interesting perspective of college age young lady in the early 1900s
SusanDale
Jan 25, 2010
I just re-read this again recently and was charmed afresh. I think it is a lovely story. It reminded me of other books written in this format I have enjoyed: 84 Charing Cross Rd, The Guernsey Literary and Potatoe Peel Pie Society, etc.
