Reprint of the original, first published in 1877.

This book can also be used as a textbook or companion to a textbook on beginning Ruby programming.

In his preface, the author reminds the reader that this is not a book for the absolute beginner.

This book describes the experiences of the author's great-uncle, Wilberforce Cooper, who was an Anglican priest ministering to the people of Vancouver's downtown east side during 1921-1952.