Alice Hegan Rice was an American novelist. Born in Shelbyville, Kentucky. 'Mrs. Wiggs Of The Cabbage Patch' is set in Louisville, Kentucky where Rice lived at the time. Though the threat of poverty and illness lie constantly at her door, Mrs. Wiggs keeps a sunny attitude that spreads its warmth over her little family and her neighbours. Despite her lack of education, her tiny means and the trauma's that have plagued her life, Mrs. Wiggs is an example of contentment and generosity that shines out within her tiny community and has its effect even on the wealthier citizens of the nearby town. Her plans to avoid disaster are often hilarious (especially when she approaches the local doctor and asks to sell her body for research in case she ever dies, in order to provide for her children's wellbeing!) but all show the purity and humility that live in her heart.
Zusammenfassung
This antiquarian volume contains 'Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch', Alice Hegan Rice's 1901 novel that tells the story of family coping with poverty in southern America. Heart-warming and humorous, this wonderful tale will appeal to those who enjoy inspirational stories of human endeavour, and is one not to be missed by fans of Rice's work. The book was extremely popular upon its release, and has been made into several films. The chapters of this book include: Mrs. Wigg's Philosophy, Ways and Means, The 'Christmas Lady', The Annexation of Cuby, A Reminiscence, A Theatre Party, 'Mr. Bob', Mrs. Wiggs at Home, How Spring Came to the Cabbage Patch, Australia's Mishap, et cetera. Alice Hegan Rice (1870 - 1942) was an American novelist. This volume is being republished now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.