The Fight for Timothy
This novel tells the story of a young boy named Timothy who lives with his mother and her lover, a man much older than her. The narrative explores themes of love, family dynamics, and social class through the eyes of Timothy's experiences.
By James Matthew Barrie · First published 1912 · Genre: Comedy, Satire, Domestic Fiction · 3,010 words
First lines
Mary's poor pretentious babe screamed continually, with a note of exultation in his din, as if he thought he was devoting himself to a life of pleasure, and often the last sound I heard as I got me out of the street was his haw-haw-haw, delivered triumphantly as if it were some entirely new thing, though he must have learned it like a parrot. I had not one tear for the woman, but Poor father, thought I; to know that every time your son is happy you are betrayed. Phew, a nauseous draught.
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The Fight for Timothy is listed on Textopian as a novella by James Matthew Barrie, dated 1912 CE.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: James Matthew Barrie
- Date: 1912 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Comedy, Satire, Domestic Fiction, Social Commentary, Literary Fiction
- Length: 3,010 words
- Structure: 1 section, 59 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Comedy — The narrative is filled with humorous situations and witty dialogue, particularly in the interactions between the narrator and other characters.
- Satire — The story satirizes societal norms and expectations, especially regarding family dynamics and social interactions.
- Domestic Fiction — The plot revolves around family life and relationships, focusing on the narrator's interactions with his acquaintances and their children.
- Social Commentary — The text provides insights into social behaviors and class distinctions, often critiquing them through the narrator's observations.
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Fantasy · Adventure · Coming-of-age · Mystery · Thriller · Psychological fiction · Literary fiction · Classic novel · Children's literature · Young adult fiction · Social commentary · Family drama