Doctor Birch and His Young Friends by William Makepeace Thackeray
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About this eBook
| Author | Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863 |
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| Title | Doctor Birch and His Young Friends |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Doctor Birch and His Young Friends" by William Makepeace Thackeray is a fictional narrative set in the early 19th century, depicting life at a boys' academy in a London suburb. The book presents a satirical and humorous exploration of the school environment, portraying the interactions between the students and their teachers as they navigate the challenges of youth and education. The story is narrated by an unnamed assistant master at Doctor Birch's Academy, revealing the quirks of the school's administration and the personalities of its students. Key characters include Doctor Birch, the condescending and ineffective principal; Jack Birch, his pretentious son; and the kind-hearted Prince, the real authority figure in the school. The narrative includes various tales about the boys, such as the courageous George Champion, who earns the respect and admiration of his peers, and Master Hulker, who struggles academically but excels in other pursuits. Through these characters, Thackeray captures the essence of childhood friendships, rivalries, and the absurdities of the educational system, culminating in a joyful yet bittersweet conclusion. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Schools -- Fiction |
| Subject | Teachers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45554 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 44 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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