02483cam a22003613u 4500 23195 UtSlPG 20260610133531.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Vaders, Henrietta Wikkey : A Scrap Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-10-25 Produced by Bethanne M. Simms, Barbara Kosker, J Howse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Wikkey" by Henrietta Vaders is a novella written during the late 19th century. This poignant story revolves around the relationship between a kind-hearted young man named Lawrence Granby and a destitute street boy named Wikkey Whiston, exploring themes of compassion, love, and the struggle against urban poverty. The narrative presents a social commentary on the plight of the needy, particularly children, in a Victorian society marked by stark class disparities. In the story, Lawrence, who works in a government office, becomes enamored with the small, curious figure of Wikkey, a crossing-sweeper who adores him from afar. Their lives intertwine when Lawrence discovers Wikkey's deteriorating health due to tuberculosis. He compassionately takes the boy in, providing him warmth, comfort, and affection, while trying to instill moral values in his life. As Wikkey’s health declines, their bond deepens, and Lawrence learns profound truths about love, sacrifice, and spirituality through their interactions. The novella culminates in a heart-wrenching conclusion as Wikkey passes away peacefully, leaving a lasting impact on Lawrence. The narrative is a testament to the enduring power of kindness and the human spirit amid suffering. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Christian life -- Juvenile fiction Orphans -- Juvenile fiction Children -- Death -- Juvenile fiction Sick children -- Juvenile fiction Poor children -- Juvenile fiction Charity -- Juvenile fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23195 64247 64247