Daisy; or, The Fairy Spectacles: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Daisy; or, The Fairy Spectacles: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Daisy; or, The Fairy Spectacles is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Guild, C. S. (Caroline Snowden) (1827–1898).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Daisy; or, The Fairy Spectacles" by C. S. Guild is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story unfolds the adventures of a kind-hearted girl named Daisy, who, despite facing hardships and loneliness, embodies a spirit of compassion and resilience. Through enchanting fairy elements and moral lessons, the narrative reveals the themes of love, kindness, and the impact of appearances, inviting readers to explore the deeper meaning behind the lives of the characters. The opening portion introduces us to Peter, a lonely woodcutter, who embarks on a quest to find a wife. His journey leads him to a distressed girl named Susan, accompanied by an old woman, who Peter eventually marries after a chance encounter. This old woman, initially perceived as a mere beggar, is later revealed to be a fairy, foreshadowing magical elements to follow. As their new life unfolds in a humble cabin filled with love despite its simplicity, Daisy is born, and the expectations of her bright future begin to take shape. The initial chapters set the tone for a rich exploration of joy, sorrow, and the transformative power of community and compassion within the enchanting framework of the fairy world.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Daisy; or, The Fairy Spectacles
- Author credits: Guild, C. S. (Caroline Snowden) (1827–1898)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Allegories
- Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Children and death -- Juvenile fiction
- Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Fairies -- Juvenile fiction
- Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
- Wisdom -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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