What Maisie Knew
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Romance
Mystery
Science Fiction
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Formato
Brochura
Páginas
352
Idioma
Inglês
Publicado
Nov 30, 2010
Editora
Penguin Classics
Edição
Revised
ISBN-10
0141441372
ISBN-13
9780141441375
Descrição
Maisie is caught in the turbulent aftermath of her parents' divorce, a situation that shapes her young life in profound ways. As she navigates through a world defined by adult complexities and emotional disconnects, her innocence contrasts starkly with the manipulative games played by her parents. Her mother and father, each seeking to exert their influence over her, subject her to an array of conflicting loyalties that only a child could find both bewildering and heart-wrenching.
In this rich narrative, the psychological depth of Maisie's experience unfolds. As she moves in and out of various caregivers' lives, she develops a keen insight into the motivations of those around her, demonstrating a wisdom beyond her years. The intricacies of adult relationships form a backdrop for her own journey of understanding, leaving her forever in a liminal space between childhood and the realities of adult life.
The author delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the earnest desire for connection, all seen through the lens of a child who desires stability yet finds herself surrounded by chaos. Maisie's perceptive observations about her fragmented family and the adult world around her offer a poignant commentary on societal norms and emotional resilience.
As Maisie grows, her relationships with her parents and the adults who influence her life reveal the complexities of human emotion and the struggle for identity. Through her poignant journey, readers are invited to reflect on the nature of love, loyalty, and the inherent challenges of growing up in a world that often seems at odds with innocence.
In this rich narrative, the psychological depth of Maisie's experience unfolds. As she moves in and out of various caregivers' lives, she develops a keen insight into the motivations of those around her, demonstrating a wisdom beyond her years. The intricacies of adult relationships form a backdrop for her own journey of understanding, leaving her forever in a liminal space between childhood and the realities of adult life.
The author delves into themes of love, betrayal, and the earnest desire for connection, all seen through the lens of a child who desires stability yet finds herself surrounded by chaos. Maisie's perceptive observations about her fragmented family and the adult world around her offer a poignant commentary on societal norms and emotional resilience.
As Maisie grows, her relationships with her parents and the adults who influence her life reveal the complexities of human emotion and the struggle for identity. Through her poignant journey, readers are invited to reflect on the nature of love, loyalty, and the inherent challenges of growing up in a world that often seems at odds with innocence.
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