Sinister Street, vol. 1 by Compton MacKenzie
"Sinister Street, vol. 1" by Compton MacKenzie is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the childhood and early experiences of Michael Fane, exploring his perceptions of the world around him, his family dynamics, and the complexities of early life. As readers are introduced to Michael, they are likely to find his journey through innocence and discovery both relatable and poignant. The opening of the novel presents Michael
Fane's arrival at a new home, filled with the chaos of moving, as he grapples with the transition from rural simplicity to the complexities of urban living in London. Through his eyes, the experience is depicted as overwhelming yet imbued with the imaginative lens of a child, blending elements of fear and wonder. Michael's interactions with his nurse, Nurse, and his infant sister, Stella, set the groundwork for his character's emotional development, while reflecting a world colored by childhood fantasies, fears, and the longing for parental affection. As the narrative progresses, readers are invited to experience the trials of his young life, encapsulating a blend of naïveté and deep introspection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | MacKenzie, Compton, 1883-1972 |
|---|---|
| Title | Sinister Street, vol. 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sinister_Street |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Bildungsromans |
| Subject | Illegitimate children -- Fiction |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 33797 |
| Release Date | Sep 22, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 16, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 452 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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