The Undergraduate V1: A Sketch (1891)

By Frederic Henry Balfour

Book Overview

The Undergraduate V1: A Sketch is a novel written by Frederic Henry Balfour and was first published in 1891. The book follows the life of an undergraduate student in Oxford University, detailing his experiences, struggles, and triumphs. The protagonist, whose name is not revealed, is a young man from a middle-class background who is studying Classics. He is depicted as being intelligent, hardworking, and ambitious, but also flawed and prone to making mistakes. Throughout the novel, the protagonist comes into contact with a variety of characters, including his fellow students, his tutors, and members of the local community. The book explores themes such as class, education, social norms, and personal growth. The Undergraduate V1: A Sketch is considered a classic of English literature and is often praised for its vivid portrayal of life in Oxford during the late 19th century.In Two Volumes.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: 1120766907
• ISBN13: 9781120766908
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"