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Kitty Trenire

By Mabel Quiller-Couch

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

"Kitty Trenire" by Mabel Quiller-Couch is a children's novel likely written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around the life of Kitty and...

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2004-11-09
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"Kitty Trenire" by Mabel Quiller-Couch is a children's novel likely written in the early 19th century. The story revolves around the life of Kitty and her three siblings who, after the death of their mother, attempt to navigate their chaotic household under the care of their father, Dr. Trenire. The narrative sets the stage for themes of childhood innocence, family dynamics, and the trials associated with growing up, as the family faces the potential disruption of an aunt's arrival. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Kitty and her siblings as they engage in a playful yet mischievous afternoon on a garden wall, leading to unexpected trouble for their father when one of their antics results in an injury to a helper, Jabez. This incident prompts Dr. Trenire to contemplate bringing in their Aunt Pike to help manage the household, which terrifies the children. The first chapter establishes their daily lives and relationships, showcasing Kitty's independent spirit and the underlying tensions in their home life, setting the stage for the adventures and challenges they will face as they seek to maintain their family’s happiness amidst looming changes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

Florence Mabel Quiller-Couch was an English editor, compiler and children's writer.

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