Description

The Homely Child: Or Handsome Is That Handsome Does is a book written by Daniel Parish Kidder and published in 1851. The book tells the story of a young girl named Mary, who is considered homely and unattractive by her peers. Despite this, Mary is kind, compassionate, and hardworking, and she is loved by those who know her well. The book explores the idea that true beauty comes from within, and that a person's character is more important than their physical appearance. Through Mary's experiences, the reader learns about the importance of kindness, honesty, and perseverance, and how these qualities can help a person to overcome adversity and achieve their goals.The Homely Child is a heartwarming and inspiring story that teaches valuable lessons about the nature of true beauty and the importance of inner strength and resilience. It is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of readers, and it continues to be a beloved work of literature today.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.