Publisher's Synopsis
Daddy Long Legs is a classic novel written by Jean Webster. The story follows the life of a young orphan girl named Jerusha Abbott, who is sent to college by an anonymous benefactor known only as ""Daddy Long Legs"". Jerusha, who has always lived in an orphanage, is thrilled to have the opportunity to attend college and pursue her dreams of becoming a writer. As she begins her studies, Jerusha writes letters to Daddy Long Legs, sharing her experiences and thoughts about her new life. Through her letters, Jerusha reveals her wit, humor, and intelligence, as well as her struggles with poverty and her desire to learn more about her mysterious benefactor. As the story unfolds, Jerusha becomes friends with her roommates and falls in love with a young man named Jervis Pendleton, who is also a friend of Daddy Long Legs. With Jervis' help, Jerusha begins to uncover the truth about her benefactor and learns some surprising things about herself along the way. Daddy Long Legs is a heartwarming tale of self-discovery, friendship, and romance. It is a timeless classic that has been beloved by readers of all ages for over a century.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1912 Edition.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.
