| Author |
Vaizey, George de Horne, Mrs., 1857-1917 |
| Illustrator |
Groome, William H. C., 1860-1914 |
| Title |
Pixie O'Shaughnessy
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"Pixie O'Shaughnessy" by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Pixie, a uniquely spirited and delightful girl from a quirky Irish family, who navigates the challenges of attending school for the first time in London after her mother's death. The narrative captures her experiences, relationships, and humorous escapades as she adjusts to life away from home while also confronting issues of identity and belonging. The opening of the book establishes Pixie as both a source of joy and exasperation within her new school environment. As she arrives, she is a bundle of excitement and naivety, ready to embrace her new life but also resistant to the rules and constraints that come with it. The text vividly describes her family's eccentricities, particularly her father's carefree and often financially irresponsible nature, providing context for Pixie's unconventional upbringing. We see her adapt to new friendships, endure some misunderstandings, and showcase her resilience, all while cultivating her distinctive personality that will endear her to classmates and readers alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Girls -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Ireland -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
21101 |
| Release Date |
Apr 16, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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