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Title: The Loom of Youth

Note: Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

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Summary: "The Loom of Youth" by Alec Waugh is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the experiences of Gordon Caruthers, a new boy at the prestigious Fernhurst public school, as he navigates the complex social dynamics and expectations of school life. Themes of nostalgia, rebellion against authority, and the struggles of adolescence are prevalent as Gordon endeavours to find his place in a world where athletic prowess often supersedes academic achievement. At the start of the novel, Gordon arrives at Fernhurst filled with excitement but quickly becomes overwhelmed by feelings of loneliness and inadequacy. As he tries to integrate into the school environment, he observes the strong focus on athletics and the hierarchy among the boys, including notable figures such as Meredith and Davenham. The opening chapters emphasize his initial struggles to connect with peers, complete mundane tasks, and adapt to the school's culture, all while feeling like an outsider. Despite the challenges, Gordon’s journey reflects a desire for acceptance and the complexities of growing up in an environment governed by rigid expectations and competition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Waugh, Alec, 1898-1981

EBook No.: 18863

Published: Jul 18, 2006

Downloads: 301

Language: English

Subject: Boarding schools -- England -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-14T03:36:04Z The Loom of Youth

This edition has images.

Title: The Loom of Youth

Note: Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Kathryn Lybarger, Josephine Paolucci and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "The Loom of Youth" by Alec Waugh is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the experiences of Gordon Caruthers, a new boy at the prestigious Fernhurst public school, as he navigates the complex social dynamics and expectations of school life. Themes of nostalgia, rebellion against authority, and the struggles of adolescence are prevalent as Gordon endeavours to find his place in a world where athletic prowess often supersedes academic achievement. At the start of the novel, Gordon arrives at Fernhurst filled with excitement but quickly becomes overwhelmed by feelings of loneliness and inadequacy. As he tries to integrate into the school environment, he observes the strong focus on athletics and the hierarchy among the boys, including notable figures such as Meredith and Davenham. The opening chapters emphasize his initial struggles to connect with peers, complete mundane tasks, and adapt to the school's culture, all while feeling like an outsider. Despite the challenges, Gordon’s journey reflects a desire for acceptance and the complexities of growing up in an environment governed by rigid expectations and competition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Waugh, Alec, 1898-1981

EBook No.: 18863

Published: Jul 18, 2006

Downloads: 301

Language: English

Subject: Boarding schools -- England -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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