The House Without Windows
A young girl named Eepersip lives with her parents in a cottage near Mount Varcrobis. Despite their efforts to create a beautiful garden, Eepersip feels lonely and decides to explore the woods. She discovers a magical glade where she befriends a doe and her fawn, spending days in joyful play. However, her parents grow worried when she goes missing for days, prompting a search. Eepersip continues to thrive in the wild, developing a deep connection with nature and its creatures. She eventually climbs to the summit of Mount Varcrobis, where she experiences breathtaking views and the beauty of the world around her. As she explores, she encounters various animals and learns to appreciate the wonders of the forest. As time passes, Eepersip's parents, still searching for her, become increasingly desperate. They enlist the help of friends and devise plans to find her. Meanwhile, Eepersip enjoys her wild existence, but she begins to feel a longing for her family, especially when she learns of her baby sister, Fleuriss. Eepersip's adventures lead her to the ocean, where she finds a new home among the waves and the beauty of the sea. She discovers a cottage by the shore and imagines a life filled with joy and freedom. However, her thoughts often drift back to Fleuriss, and she resolves to bring her sister into her wild world. After a series of enchanting experiences, Eepersip finally returns to her family, but she struggles with the idea of leaving her newfound freedom behind. She ultimately decides to take Fleuriss with her, believing that they can share a life of adventure together. Eepersip's journey reflects themes of longing, the beauty of nature, and the bond between siblings, culminating in her transformation into a spirit of the wild, forever connected to the natural world.
By Barbara Newhall Follett · First published 1927 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Psychological Fiction · 3 chapters · 38,258 words
First lines
Flowers have faded, / Butterfly wings are weary, / And far off is the charting of the eternal sea.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Barbara Newhall Follett
- Date: 1927 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Psychological Fiction, Mystery, Adventure
- Length: 38,258 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 475 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The book explores deep themes of isolation, identity, and the human experience through a nuanced narrative.
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonist's journey reflects the challenges and growth associated with adolescence.
- Psychological Fiction — The story delves into the psychological aspects of the characters, particularly their inner thoughts and emotions.
- Mystery — Elements of mystery are present in the plot, particularly surrounding the protagonist's circumstances and motivations.
Tags
Coming-of-Age · Literary Fiction · Adventure · Family Drama · Isolation · Self-Discovery · Childhood Innocence · Imagination · Escape · Freedom · Responsibility · Growing Up