The Burston School Strike by Casey
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"The Burston School Strike" by Casey is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles a significant event in the village of Burston, Norfolk, where teachers A.K. and T.G. Higdon faced unjust dismissal from their positions due to conflict with local authorities, particularly the Reverend Eland. The narrative focuses on the grassroots resistance led by the villagers, particularly the children, who refused to attend school until their beloved
teachers were reinstated, highlighting themes of social justice and community solidarity. The content of the book details the Higdons' tenure at the Council School, their efforts to improve conditions for the local farming community, and the ensuing backlash from the established authorities as they challenged traditional hierarchies. When the Higdons were eventually dismissed on spurious charges, the students organized a strike in a show of loyalty, leading to wider support from the community. As the struggle continued amidst legal battles and fines, the parents rallied behind the children, holding public meetings and demonstrations for justice. The book portrays both the emotional struggles of the families and the broader implications of the teachers' fight against oppression, encapsulating a critical moment in the history of educational reform and labor rights in rural England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Casey, 1864-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Burston School Strike |
| Note | Burston Strike School at Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burston_Strike_School |
| Credits | Transcribed from the [1915] National Labour Press Ltd. edition by David Price |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LF: Education: Individual institutions: Europe |
| Subject | Higdon, Thomas George |
| Subject | Higdon, Annie K. |
| Subject | Burston Strike School -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61938 |
| Release Date | Apr 26, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 216 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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