Posted by andy clayton on June 16, 2011 at 03:15:19 user cousin_jack.
In Reply to: Re: Nancy and Peggy posted by John Lambert on June 15, 2011 at 18:44:40:
It's fiction!
I can't think of any occaisions when someone stomps off in a huff, though on a boat or a small island there is little scope for that.
Having an older brother who used to tease and abuse me frequently, there were many times when I would trail home in a distressed or sulky state. Next day we'd be off exploring/playing again. I just accepted my junior role, couldn't do much about it. He was very supportive and caring if something serious happened though, like the time I fell off a wall.
The characters in the books are all remarkably placid despite the trying situations they often find themselves in. There is a complete absence of... 'It's not fair!' 'I want to go home!' 'I hate you!'
I have always liked 'Peggy', perhaps because she plays second fiddle to Nancy. It would have been nice if AR had filled in her character a little more, though there are several times when she demonstrates her skills and initiatives.