Boys of the Central: A High-School Story by I. T. Thurston
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| Author | Thurston, I. T. (Ida Treadwell), 1848-1918 |
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| Title | Boys of the Central: A High-School Story |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Boys of the Central: A High-School Story" by I. T. Thurston is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story takes place in a traditional high school setting, following the experiences of a group of boys in section D, particularly focusing on two characters: the vulnerable Freeman and the morally upright Stanley Clark. The narrative explores themes of bullying, courage, loyalty, and the social dynamics of adolescence. The opening portion introduces readers to section D during an algebra recitation, highlighting the struggles of Freeman, who faces bullying from fellow classmate Crawford. Despite his quick mind, Freeman falters during class, leading to the embarrassment that invites verbal threats from Crawford when he tries to help. As friendships and rivalries unfold, the text establishes tensions that hint at the challenges of growing up, including the pressure to conform and the conflicts between the morally steadfast boys and the unruly ones like Crawford. In this first chapter, we see the early formation of social cliques and the dramatic impact of peer relationships, setting the stage for further developments in the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Bullying -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | High schools -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Teenage boys -- Societies and clubs -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63156 |
| Release Date | Sep 8, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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