Flaxie Growing Up: Flaxie Frizzle Stories: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Flaxie Growing Up: Flaxie Frizzle Stories is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for May, Sophie (1833–1906).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Flaxie Growing Up" by Sophie May is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores the everyday life and growth of a young girl named Flaxie Frizzle, who is navigating her responsibilities and relationships with her family and friends. As Flaxie learns about discipline, companionship, and the challenges of growing up, readers are invited into her world filled with innocent mischief and heartfelt moments. The opening of the book introduces us to Flaxie's family dynamics, particularly her relationship with her younger sister Ethel and her responsibilities as a caretaker while their mother is ill. Flaxie experiences the pressures of maturity, dealing with feelings of authority and responsibility while attempting to manage Ethel's misbehavior. The interactions among the siblings and their friends showcase childhood innocence, with Flaxie's attempts to discipline Ethel presenting both humorous and challenging situations. As the story unfolds, Flaxie's character is developed through these experiences, allowing readers to engage with her journey of self-discovery and growth.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Flaxie Growing Up: Flaxie Frizzle Stories
- Author credits: May, Sophie (1833–1906)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
- Girls -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Grandmothers -- Juvenile fiction
- Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
- Responsibility -- Juvenile fiction
- Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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