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A Draught of Kindness - Charles Dickens Summary – A Draught of Kindness Little Nell and her grandfather leave London to escape from the cruel moneylenders who have caused them great trouble. They begin their journey without knowing where they will go. Though they are tired and frightened, their love for each other gives them the courage to continue. As they travel through the countryside, they pass villages, farms, cottages, shops and fields. After walking for a long time, Nell becomes tired and looks for a place where they can rest and get some milk. Finally, she approaches a poor cottage because she notices an old man sitting inside and hopes he will sympathise with her grandfather. The poor family welcomes them warmly. The eldest boy brings milk, and the family offers them stools and a place to rest. The old man talks about his son, who had gone to war and returned with only one leg. Nell and her grandfather have a simple but satisfyi...