The Story Of The Peasant-Boy Philosopher - Henry Mayhew - Bog

The Story Of The Peasant-Boy Philosopher: Or The Child Gathering Pebbles On The Seashore is a book written by Henry Mayhew and originally published in 1854. The book tells the story of a young boy named Philip, who is born into poverty and raised in a rural village in England. Despite his humble beginnings, Philip possesses a keen intellect and a thirst for knowledge, which he satisfies by gathering pebbles on the seashore and studying them in his spare time.As Philip grows older, he becomes increasingly interested in philosophy and begins to question the world around him. He engages in debates with his fellow villagers and even travels to London to meet with prominent thinkers of the time. Along the way, he encounters many challenges and struggles, but ultimately perseveres and achieves his dreams.The Story Of The Peasant-Boy Philosopher is a timeless tale of perseverance, curiosity, and the power of education. It is a classic work of literature that continues to inspire readers of all ages and backgrounds.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.