Long Ago When I Was
by E. Nesbit
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Author: E. NesbitEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1988-04-30
ISBN: 0803704763
Number of pages: 127
Publisher: Dial
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Book Review: A Peek into Victorian Girlhood
Summary: 3 Stars
This patchwork of a young girl's childhood on two shores is really a collection of 12 sketches by a Victorian lady novelist who is mainly known for her delightful fantasy tales written for children. Edith Nesbit has culled a dozen vignettes from her garden of memories to share with readers who might have wondered what it was like to grow up in the 1860's.
Due to her older sister's poor health the family undertakes many moves-seeking sunnier climes, especially in France. Thus Daisy, the baby, makes the unhappy rounds of boarding schools on both sides of the English Channel. Sensitive and timid the little girl suffers terrors both real and imaginary from the ages of 7 -10, as she is repeatedly sent away from the loving security of her mother's presence. A hapless victim of nasty kids and heartless teachers, little Daisy endures great psychological torture, rarely finding happiness in her peregrinations. The only connecting thread among these vignettes is her tremulous attitude toward Life and her deep-rooted desire to be safe and loved at home. The various incidents are charmingly brought to life by the pen and ink sketches of artist, Edward Ardizzone for the 1966 edition. Ah, sacred childhood! Savor it while ye may!
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