The Heart Of A Schoolboy (1919)

By Jack Hood

Book Overview

The Heart of a Schoolboy is a novel published in 1919, written by Jack Hood. The story is about the life of a young boy named Peter Graham, who is sent to a boarding school in England. The novel follows Peter's journey as he navigates through the challenges of school life, including the strict rules and regulations, the pressure to perform well academically, and the difficulties of making friends.The story is set against the backdrop of World War I, and the impact of the war on the school and its students is a recurring theme throughout the book. Peter's experiences at school are also shaped by his relationships with his teachers and classmates, including his close friendship with a boy named Dick.As the novel progresses, Peter begins to mature and develop a sense of independence, leading him to question the rules and traditions of the school. The story culminates in a dramatic and emotional climax that tests Peter's loyalty and courage.Overall, The Heart of a Schoolboy is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the challenges of growing up in a time of war. It provides a vivid and engaging portrait of life in an English boarding school during a pivotal moment in history.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: 1120888425
• ISBN13: 9781120888426
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"