Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Gutta Percha Willie is a novel written by Scottish author George MacDonald. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the life of a young boy named Willie, who is born into poverty in a small Scottish village. Willie is a curious and adventurous child, and he spends much of his time exploring the countryside and dreaming of a better life.One day, Willie discovers a strange substance called gutta percha, which is a type of rubber that is used to make a variety of products. Willie becomes fascinated with gutta percha and begins to experiment with it, using it to create all sorts of inventions and contraptions.As Willie grows older, he becomes more and more successful with his gutta percha creations, eventually becoming a wealthy and respected businessman. However, Willie never forgets his humble beginnings and remains committed to helping others in need.The History of Gutta Percha Willie is a heartwarming tale of perseverance, ingenuity, and the power of imagination. It is a timeless story that will inspire readers of all ages to follow their dreams and never give up on what they believe in.TIME passed, and Willie grew. Have my readers ever thought what is meant by growing? It is far from meaning only that you get bigger and stronger. It means that you become able both to understand and to wonder at more of the things about you. There are people who the more they understand, wonder the less; but such are not growing straight; they are growing crooked.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.
