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Pip: A romance of youth follows the early experiences of two siblings raised in an unconventional household filled with playful disorder and understated mystery. The narrative captures the perspective of childhood as a space shaped by imagination and the sensory wonder of a home filled with strange corners and silent adults. The story opens with an exploration of domestic surroundings that appear ordinary yet seem filled with concealed possibilities. At the heart of their curiosity lies a particular room an austere, quiet place connected to their father's profession that holds an oven door sparking ongoing speculation and quiet daring. Their days are woven through patterns of invention, small mischief, and affectionate familiarity, showing how children construct meaning from limited clues and subtle emotional shifts. As the siblings begin their journey into the outside world of school, the playful intimacy of their domestic world contrasts with the formality and structure they encounter beyond. Through these early transitions, the novel traces the emotional textures of youth, shaped by quiet familial ties, small discoveries, and the inevitable movement toward growing independence.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Pip: A romance of youth follows the early experiences of two siblings raised in an unconventional household filled with playful disorder and understated mystery. The narrative captures the perspective of childhood as a space shaped by imagination and the sensory wonder of a home filled with strange corners and silent adults. The story opens with an exploration of domestic surroundings that appear ordinary yet seem filled with concealed possibilities. At the heart of their curiosity lies a particular room an austere, quiet place connected to their father's profession that holds an oven door sparking ongoing speculation and quiet daring. Their days are woven through patterns of invention, small mischief, and affectionate familiarity, showing how children construct meaning from limited clues and subtle emotional shifts. As the siblings begin their journey into the outside world of school, the playful intimacy of their domestic world contrasts with the formality and structure they encounter beyond. Through these early transitions, the novel traces the emotional textures of youth, shaped by quiet familial ties, small discoveries, and the inevitable movement toward growing independence.