Frank Fairlegh: Scenes from the Life of a Private Pupil by Frank E. Smedley

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Author Smedley, Frank E. (Frank Edward), 1818-1864
Illustrator Cruikshank, George, 1792-1878
Title Frank Fairlegh: Scenes from the Life of a Private Pupil
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Frank Fairlegh: Scenes from the Life of a Private Pupil" by Frank E. Smedley is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story follows the adventures and misadventures of a young boy named Francis Fairlegh as he transitions from home education to a private tutoring environment. The narrative captures his humorous challenges and escapades as he navigates a new social circle filled with eccentric characters and the awkwardness of youthful experiences. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Fairlegh as he leaves home for the first time, illustrating his feelings of loneliness and discomfort during his journey to London. Upon arriving at the home of his new tutor, Dr. Mildman, Fairlegh grapples with a series of embarrassing situations, including misplaced trousers due to a prank by his peers, which introduces him to the dynamics of his future companions. These early chapters lay the groundwork for Fairlegh's character growth and the comedic trials he faces amidst the backdrop of Victorian society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Boys -- England -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Horsemen and horsewomen -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Upper class -- England -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 20075
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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