Life in London; Or, the Pitfalls of a Great City (Dodo Press) Edwin Ed Hodder

Oh, mother, mother, I have got such splendid news! he cried, as he hurried down stairs into the room where Mrs. Weston, with her apron on and sleeves tucked up, was busy in her domestic affairs. "Such splendid news! " repeated George. "I have been down to Mr. Compton"s with the letter Uncle Henry gave me, in which he said I wanted a situation, and should be glad if Mr. Compton could help me; and, sure enough, I was able to see him, and he is such a kind, fatherly old gentlemen, mother. I am sure I shall like him. " Это и многое другое вы найдете в книге Life in London; Or, the Pitfalls of a Great City (Dodo Press) (Edwin Ed Hodder)