When Pippa Passed
The novel revolves around the life of a young woman who returns to her family's estate after being away for several years. She struggles with feelings of isolation and disconnection from her family and society. As she navigates her relationships with her family members, particularly her mother and sister, she grapples with issues of identity, morality, and social expectations. Throughout the novel, themes of love, loss, and redemption are explored as the protagonist seeks to find her place within her family and community.
By Josephine Daskam Bacon · First published 1921 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Drama, Romance · 6,977 words
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Mr. Delafield, stepping comfortably forth from his club, had dined especially well, and was in a correspondingly good humour. As the brisk March wind swept across the corner just in front of him, he meanwhile settling his glossy hat more firmly on a fine, close-clipped grey head, a sudden kindly impulse, not entirely usual with him, sent him bending to his knee to pick up the fugitive slip of white, scribbled foolscap that fluttered by him, hotly pursued by a slender young man.
"Thanks. Oh, thanks! " murmured the pursuer, as Delafield, with a courteous inclination of the head, tendered the captured slip.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Josephine Daskam Bacon
- Date: 1921 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Drama, Romance, Coming-of-Age, Poetry
- Length: 6,977 words
- Structure: 1 section, 169 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of aspiration, love, and the human condition through character-driven narratives and poetic language.
- Drama — The story unfolds through intense character interactions and emotional conflicts, highlighting personal struggles and societal expectations.
- Romance — Central to the plot is the romantic relationship between the protagonist and his love interest, which drives much of the emotional tension.
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonist's journey reflects themes of growth, self-discovery, and the transition from youth to adulthood.
Tags
American Literature · Novel · Feminist Themes · Social Commentary · Marriage · Family Dynamics · Class Conflict · Romance · Realism · Domestic Fiction · Women's Rights · Societal Expectations