Memoirs of a Midget

Name: Memoirs of a Midget
Author: Walter de la Mare

Memoirs of a Midget is a poignant exploration of a young woman's life as a midget, delving into her struggles with identity, societal perceptions, and the complexities of personal relationships, all while she navigates the dualities of love and loneliness. Through her reflections, the narrative reveals the challenges and triumphs of living in a world that often overlooks those who are different.

By Walter de la Mare · First published 1921 · Genre: Fantasy, Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age · 55 chapters · 180,025 words

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Some few years ago a brief account of me found its way into one or two country newspapers. I have been told, that it reappeared, later, in better proportion, in the Metropolitan Press! Fortunately, or unfortunately, very little of this account was true. It related, among other things, that I am accustomed to wear shoes with leaden soles to them to keep me from being blown away like thistledown in the wind, that as a child I had narrowly escaped being scalded to death in a soup tureen, that one of my ancestors came from Poland, that I am an expert painter of miniatures, that I am a changeling and can speak the fairy tongue. And so on and so forth.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Walter de la Mare
Date: 1921 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fantasy, Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Social Commentary, Autobiographical Fiction
Length: 180,025 words
Structure: 55 chapters, 2,187 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Fantasy — The narrative features fantastical elements and explores the life of a midget in a whimsical, imaginative setting.
Literary Fiction — The book delves into deep themes of identity, perception, and the human condition, characteristic of literary fiction.
Coming-of-Age — The protagonist's journey reflects personal growth and self-discovery, central to coming-of-age narratives.
Social Commentary — The story critiques societal norms and prejudices, particularly regarding physical appearance and social status.