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Violet: A Fairy Story

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Violet: A Fairy Story is a fae fiction and classic fantasy novel by C. S. Guild.

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About Violet: A Fairy Story

"Violet: A Fairy Story" by C. S. Guild is a novel written in the mid-19th century. This enchanting tale centers on a little girl named Violet, who, despite her humble circumstances, finds beauty and joy in her natural surroundings, loved by her poor but content parents. The story presents themes of love, generosity, and the magical presence of fairies symbolizing these virtues in Violet's life. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Violet, the daughter of a modest gardener named Reuben, who find their greatest treasure in her joyful existence rather than material wealth. The opening chapters detail their simplicity and happiness, showcasing Violet's bond with nature and her imaginative relationships with her animal friends and portrayed fairies, Love and Contentment, who watch over her. Violet’s world is filled with idyllic experiences in her garden and the nearby woods, from gathering flowers to watching nature, which sets a magical tone for her adventures. The beginning establishes a foundation of innocence and purity, hinting at the challenges she may face as the story unfolds.
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Violet: A Fairy Story — LibriVox recording, 2 h 22 min in 29 sections.

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Themes, setting & tropes

Genres

Subjects

  • Love stories
  • Children, Conduct of life, Juvenile fiction
  • Children's stories, American
  • Fairies, Juvenile fiction
  • Children and death, Juvenile fiction
  • Poverty, Juvenile fiction
  • Pride and vanity, Juvenile fiction
  • Contentment, Juvenile fiction

Quick answers

Who wrote Violet: A Fairy Story?

Violet: A Fairy Story was written by C. S. Guild.

What genre is Violet: A Fairy Story?

It is usually shelved as Fae & Fairy Fiction, Classic Fantasy and Classic Love Stories.

Is Violet: A Fairy Story free to read?

Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.

Is there a free audiobook of Violet: A Fairy Story?

Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 2 h 22 min.

What books are similar to Violet: A Fairy Story?

Readers who like it often enjoy A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Classic Tale of the Velveteen Rabbit and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.

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