Ackroyd Of The Faculty (1907)

By Anna Chapin Ray

Book Overview

""Ackroyd of the Faculty"" is a novel written by Anna Chapin Ray and published in 1907. The story revolves around a young man named James Ackroyd, who is a professor at a New England college. He is a brilliant scholar but is also known for his eccentric behavior and unconventional teaching methods. Despite his quirks, he is beloved by his students and colleagues.The novel follows Ackroyd as he navigates the challenges of academic life, including departmental politics, rivalries with other professors, and conflicts with students. Along the way, he also grapples with personal issues, such as his unrequited love for a fellow professor and his strained relationship with his father.As the story unfolds, readers are treated to a vivid portrayal of academic life in turn-of-the-century America. The novel is full of richly drawn characters, witty dialogue, and insightful commentary on the state of higher education at the time.Overall, ""Ackroyd of the Faculty"" is a charming and engaging novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of academia in the early 20th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164558749
• ISBN13: 9781164558743
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"