Painted Windows by Elia Wilkinson Peattie

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Author Peattie, Elia Wilkinson, 1862-1935
Title Painted Windows
Note Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents Night -- Solitude -- Friendship -- Fame -- Remorse -- Travel.
Credits Produced by Judy Boss, and David Widger
Summary "Painted Windows" by Elia Wilkinson Peattie is a semi-autobiographical collection of reflective essays written during the late 19th to early 20th century. This beautiful work captures the essence of nostalgia and the transformative experiences of childhood and growing up. Through a series of vignettes, Peattie explores themes of memory, solitude, friendship, and travel, offering poignant insights into personal and collective experiences that shape one's identity. Throughout "Painted Windows," the author recounts her vivid memories, starting from her adventurous childhood days spent traveling with her father, to the feelings of solitude and longing for connection amongst her family. Each chapter serves as a window into her past—reflecting on the joys and trials of youth, the pangs of loneliness, the excitement of discovering friendship, and the profound emotions surrounding family dynamics. The narrative unfolds with rich imagery and heartfelt descriptions, illustrating her experiences and emotions, as she moves from enchanting explorations in nature to tumultuous realities such as familial neglect and the confrontations with life's complexities. Ultimately, Peattie's work resonates with anyone who has ever looked back on their own childhood, filled with both innocence and disillusionment, evoking the bittersweet nature of memory and the enduring impact it has on one's life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 1875
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 22, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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