Book overview
Daddy Long Legs is a classic novel by Jean Webster, first published in 1912. The story follows the life of Jerusha Abbott, a young orphan who is given the opportunity to attend college by an anonymous benefactor whom she calls ""Daddy Long Legs"" due to his elongated shadow. Jerusha, who has spent her entire life in an orphanage, is thrilled to have the chance to go to college and pursue her dreams of becoming a writer. Throughout the novel, Jerusha writes letters to Daddy Long Legs, sharing her experiences and thoughts about college life, her friends, and her growing affection for a fellow student named Jervis Pendleton. As she navigates the challenges of college and falls in love, Jerusha also grapples with her identity as an orphan and her desire to uncover the identity of her mysterious benefactor. Daddy Long Legs is a heartwarming and charming story about the power of education, friendship, and love. It has been adapted into numerous stage plays, musicals, and films, and remains a beloved classic of American literature.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.
