Publisher's Synopsis
The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett is a novel by Compton Mackenzie that tells the story of a young woman named Sylvia Scarlett. Sylvia is forced to disguise herself as a boy in order to escape from England with her father, who is wanted by the police for embezzlement. Together, they travel through Europe, encountering a variety of characters and experiencing a range of adventures.As Sylvia navigates life as a boy, she learns to be resourceful and independent. Along the way, she falls in love with a young artist named Michael Fane, who is unaware of her true identity. When Sylvia's father dies, she is forced to continue living as a boy in order to survive.The novel is set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, and Mackenzie explores themes of gender identity, sexuality, and social class. The book is known for its vivid descriptions of European landscapes and its lively cast of characters.Overall, The Early Life and Adventures of Sylvia Scarlett is a compelling coming-of-age story that offers a unique perspective on gender and identity.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.
