Pip: A Romance of Youth: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Pip: A Romance of Youth is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Hay, Ian (1876–1952).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Pip: A Romance of Youth" by Ian Hay is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around two young siblings, Pip and Pipette, as they navigate their childhood with curiosity and mischief in a somewhat unconventional household. As they encounter the curious mysteries of their father's home and eventually transition into the educational world, the book explores themes of innocence, familial bonds, and the journey of growing up. The beginning of the novel introduces Pip and his sister, Pipette, who are inquisitive children often led into escapades by their own imagination. They find themselves captivated by the enigmatic objects in their father's Consulting Room, particularly an oven door that sparks their curiosity. Their childhood is marked by playful interactions with their father, a silent medical figure, and various household staff, establishing a rich, whimsical environment. As they delve deeper into their world, they step into the broader experience of schooling, providing a glimpse of the challenges and adventures that await them as they mature.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Pip: A Romance of Youth
- Author credits: Hay, Ian (1876–1952)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boys -- Fiction
- Cricket -- Fiction
- Golf stories
- Love stories
- Schools -- Fiction
- Young men -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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