The Love Affairs of Pixie

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Vaizey, George de Horne, Mrs., 1857-1917

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Love Affairs of Pixie" by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Pixie O'Shaughnessy, the youngest member of the O'Shaughnessy family, as she comes to terms with her maturity, relationships, and what it means to be a woman of her time. Although Pixie feels plain and uncertain about her appearance, she is spirited and imaginative, leading her to dream of love and adventure. The opening of the novel introduces Pixie as she grapples with her self-image on her 20th birthday. Recognizing her perceived lack of beauty, she confides in her sister Bridgie, leading to an engaging, humorous conversation about her looks and the possibility of a cosmetic change. In this lighthearted and candid exchange, Pixie's character emerges as someone who is thoughtful, humorous, and resolutely optimistic about life and love. As the chapter progresses, it is clear that she is not just about to enter a world of romance, but also to embrace the complexities of adulthood, hinting at the emotional and social challenges that await her as she navigates her own "love affairs." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England

Notes:

Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2007-10-20