Kipps is the story of Arthur Kipps, an illegitimate orphan raised by his aunt and uncle on the southern coast of England. Kipps falls in love with neighbor Ann Pornick, but when he is apprenticed to a draper, their paths diverge. Then, unexpectedly, Kipps inherits a large fortune from his grandfather, thrusting him into the world of the upper classes.Published in 1905, Kipps is one of Wells's most warmly human novels, a gentle social satire that traces Kipps's awkward journey through the class system of Edwardian England. The book inspired the classic 1963 musical Half a Sixpence.Perfect for readers who enjoy Victorian and Edwardian social fiction with heart and humor, Kipps delivers Wells's characteristic blend of sharp social observation and genuine sympathy for his characters.
