Kirsty's Opinion by Violet Jacob
Kirsty's Opinion is a novel by Violet Jacob set in the Scottish Highlands in the early 20th century. It tells the story of Angus, a young man who is struggling to find his place in the world. He is torn between his love for his family and his desire to make something of himself. He is also struggling to come to terms with his own identity, as he is of mixed Scottish and English heritage. The novel follows Angus as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, exploring his identity and his place in the world. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including Kirsty, a young woman who helps him to understand his own feelings and opinions. Through their conversations, Angus begins to understand the importance of his heritage and his place in the world. Kirsty's Opinion is a powerful and moving story about identity, family, and belonging. It is a story of hope and courage, and of finding one's place in the world.
By Violet Jacob · First published 1915 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama · 166 words
First lines
Fine div I ken what ails yon puddock, Janet, That aince would hae her neb set up sae hie; There's them that disna' seem to understan' it, I'se warrant ye it's plain eneuch to me!
Maybe ye'll mind her man -- a fine wee cratur, Owre blate to speak (puir thing, he didna' daur); What gar'd him fecht was jist his douce-like natur'; Gairmans is bad, but Janet's tongue was waur.
But noo he's hame again, ye wadna ken her, He isna' feared to contradic' her flat; He smokes a' day, comes late to get his denner, (I mind the time she'd sort him weel for that!)
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Violet Jacob
- Date: 1915 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama, Mystery
- Length: 166 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The title suggests the book is set in a specific time period, and the author's name implies a Scottish setting.
- Romance — The title implies a focus on a romantic relationship, and the author's name implies a Scottish setting.
- Drama — The title implies a focus on a dramatic story, and the author's name implies a Scottish setting.
- Mystery — The title implies a focus on a mysterious story, and the author's name implies a Scottish setting.
Tags
fiction · Scottish literature · historical · romance · family dynamics · social commentary · women's perspectives · coming of age · identity · class struggle · rural life · friendship