Synopsis
This book is an enticing journey into the life of a boy named David Penstephen. His early years were spent traveling with his family, hopping from one city to the next, with his nurse Betsy in tow. The narrative beautifully captures the emotional landscape of a young boy in this time of constant movement and change. David bore the unusual label of 'foreigner' at his school, his family forever on the cusp of departure. The episodic nature of their existence is depicted against the backdrop of historical events, reflecting a time of great change in Europe. The author examines David's inner life, his relationship with his parents and the dynamics of their shifting family structure. Through David's perspective, the book paints a vivid picture of the challenges and opportunities of a childhood spent on the road, and the complexities of identity, memory, and belonging. This book delves into the human experience of different cultures and customs, the nuances of childhood friendships, and the search for a place to call home.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an enticing journey into the life of a boy named David Penstephen. His early years were spent traveling with his family, hopping from one city to the next, with his nurse Betsy in tow. The narrative beautifully captures the emotional landscape of a young boy in this time of constant movement and change. David bore the unusual label of 'foreigner' at his school, his family forever on the cusp of departure. The episodic nature of their existence is depicted against the backdrop of historical events, reflecting a time of great change in Europe. The author examines David's inner life, his relationship with his parents and the dynamics of their shifting family structure. Through David's perspective, the book paints a vivid picture of the challenges and opportunities of a childhood spent on the road, and the complexities of identity, memory, and belonging. This book delves into the human experience of different cultures and customs, the nuances of childhood friendships, and the search for a place to call home. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331095989_0
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David Penstephen Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331095989
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David Penstephen Classic Reprint
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331095989
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