The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for MacKenzie, Compton (1883–1972).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett" by Compton MacKenzie is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the life of Sylvia Scarlett, a young girl living in France, as she navigates familial relationships and societal expectations amidst her colorful yet tumultuous upbringing. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Sylvia's father, Henry Snow, during a chaotic scene that highlights his carefree and somewhat irresponsible nature. Meanwhile, Sylvia’s mother, Juliette, is depicted as a hardworking seamstress struggling to provide for her family in the face of mounting challenges, including her husband's gambling habits. The opening establishes a vivid backdrop of family dynamics filled with laughter, conflict, and cultural contrasts, while also planting seeds of curiosity about Sylvia's future and the transformation she will undergo as her story unfolds.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett
- Author credits: MacKenzie, Compton (1883–1972)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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