Publisher's Synopsis
Mrs. Lirriper's Legacy is a novella written by Charles Dickens. The book is set in London and revolves around Mrs. Lirriper, a boarding-house owner who is known for her warm and hospitable nature. The story begins with Mrs. Lirriper receiving a letter from a former lodger who has passed away. In the letter, the lodger leaves her a legacy and requests that she take care of his estranged son, George. Mrs. Lirriper takes on the responsibility of caring for George and tries to help him reconcile with his father's family.As the story progresses, Mrs. Lirriper's own family troubles come to light, and she must navigate her own personal issues while also trying to help George. The novella explores themes of family, redemption, and the power of kindness.Mrs. Lirriper's Legacy is a heartwarming and charming tale that showcases Dickens' skill in creating memorable characters and evocative settings. It is a must-read for fans of Dickens and anyone who enjoys a good, uplifting story.Ah! It's pleasant to drop into my own easy-chair my dear though a little palpitating what with trotting up-stairs and what with trotting down, and why kitchen stairs should all be corner stairs is for the builders to justify though I do not think they fully understand their trade and never did, else why the sameness and why not more conveniences and fewer draughts and likewise making a practice of laying the plaster on too thick.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.
