The Chronicles Of The Crutch (1860)

The Chronicles of the Crutch is a novel written by Douglas William Jerrold and illustrated by George Cruikshank, first published in 1860. The story follows the life of a young boy named Peter Gray, who is born with a physical disability that requires him to use a crutch to walk. Despite this, Peter is determined to live a full and happy life, and the novel explores his adventures and struggles as he grows up.The book is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different period in Peter's life. In the first part, we see Peter as a young boy, living with his mother and siblings in poverty. Despite his disability, Peter is a curious and adventurous child, and he spends his days exploring the world around him. However, his life takes a turn for the worse when his mother dies, leaving him alone and vulnerable.In the second part of the book, we see Peter as a teenager, living in a workhouse and struggling to make a life for himself. He befriends a group of fellow inmates, including a young girl named Lucy, and together they dream of escaping the workhouse and starting a new life. However, their plans are foiled when they are caught and punished.The final part of the book sees Peter as a young man, living in London and working as a clerk. He falls in love with a young woman named Mary, and together they embark on a new adventure, exploring the city and building a life together. However, Peter's disability continues to be a source of difficulty, and he must learn to navigate a world that is not always kind to those who are different.Overall, The Chronicles of the Crutch is a heartwarming and inspiring novel that celebrates the resilience and determination of the human spirit. Through Peter's story, we see that even in the face of adversity, it is possible to find joy and meaning in life.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.