Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs Of A Midget is a novel written by Walter de la Mare, first published in 1921. The book is a fictional autobiography of the protagonist, Miss M., who is a midget. The novel is divided into three parts, each of which provides a different perspective on Miss M.'s life. In the first part, Miss M. describes her childhood and early years, growing up as a midget in a family of normal-sized people. She talks about the challenges she faced, both physical and emotional, and how she learned to cope with them. In the second part, Miss M. recounts her experiences as a young woman, living in London and working as a governess for a wealthy family. She falls in love with one of her employers, but the relationship ends tragically. In the final part, Miss M. reflects on her life as an older woman, looking back on her successes and failures, and contemplating her own mortality. She comes to the realization that, despite her physical limitations, she has lived a full and meaningful life. Memoirs Of A Midget is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of identity, love, and the human condition. It is a classic of English literature and remains a popular read for those interested in early 20th-century fiction.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
