Pixie O'Shaughnessy - Vaizey, George de Horne; Groome, William H C
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Enter the charming world of "Pixie O'Shaughnessy," a classic tale by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey. Set against the backdrop of Ireland, this juvenile fiction explores themes of friendship and growing up. Follow the adventures within an Irish boarding school, where young lives intertwine and shape each other. "Pixie O'Shaughnessy" offers a glimpse into a specific time and place, providing a window into historical Europe through the lens of young women's experiences. A timeless story of girls and women navigating their world, this book captures the universal struggles and joys of youth.…mehr

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Enter the charming world of "Pixie O'Shaughnessy," a classic tale by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey. Set against the backdrop of Ireland, this juvenile fiction explores themes of friendship and growing up. Follow the adventures within an Irish boarding school, where young lives intertwine and shape each other. "Pixie O'Shaughnessy" offers a glimpse into a specific time and place, providing a window into historical Europe through the lens of young women's experiences. A timeless story of girls and women navigating their world, this book captures the universal struggles and joys of youth. Rediscover this enduring work of literature, meticulously prepared for print republication, and immerse yourself in its heartwarming narrative. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey, a prolific British writer best known for her domestic fiction, was born Jessie Bell. Her literary career started in the late 1800s, and she wrote several short tales and more than 100 books. Warmth, humour, and a sharp understanding of human nature defined Mrs. Vaizey's writing style, which won her readers' hearts both in the United States and Great Britain. She was baptised as Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey in 1879 after being wed to him. Mrs. Vaizey produced a large number of works, many of which dealt with themes of family relationships, romance, and societal issues, while leading a hectic life with her two daughters. Her most well-known pieces are "More About Peggy," "The Rebel of the Family," and "The Fortunes of the Farrells." The works of Mrs. Vaizey encapsulated the spirit of Victorian and Edwardian society, providing a window into the daily challenges and victories faced by common people.