The Human Boy by Eden Phillpotts

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Author Phillpotts, Eden, 1862-1960
Title The Human Boy
Note Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The artfulness of Steggles -- The protest of the Wing dormitory -- "Freckles" and "Frenchy" -- Concerning Corkey Minimus -- The piebald rat -- Browne, Bradwell, and me -- Gideon's front tooth -- The chemistry class -- Doctor Dunston's howler -- Morrant's half-sov -- The buckeneers.
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Summary "The Human Boy" by Eden Phillpotts is a novel written in the early 20th century. It captures the experiences of boys at a fictional boarding school, particularly focusing on their friendships, rivalries, and the challenges of growing up. The narrative primarily revolves around characters like Nubby Tomkins, Mathers, and the newcomer, Steggles, as they navigate the complex social dynamics of youth, including competition for a girl’s affection and the antics that ensue in their everyday lives. The opening of the novel introduces us to the school and its characters as they engage in light-hearted banter while dealing with the mundane worries of adolescence, such as illnesses, schoolwork, and relationships. Nubby Tomkins, for instance, humorously expresses his fears about his health stemming from having to be outdoors, while a new student named Steggles quickly becomes a figure of intrigue with his peculiar talents and unique background. As these boys interact, the emerging alliances and tensions set the stage for deeper themes of friendship and identity as they face the trials common to their age. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Schools -- Fiction
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction
Subject Boys -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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