Confessions of an Etonian by I. E. M.
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| Author | I. E. M. |
|---|---|
| Title | Confessions of an Etonian |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Jeannie Howse, Irma Spehar, Jason Isbell, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net/) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (http://www.archive.org/index.php) |
| Summary | "Confessions of an Etonian" by I. E. M. is a semi-autobiographical novel written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the experiences of a young boy, Graham, as he navigates his early years at Eton College, detailing the joys, struggles, and misadventures that shape his formative education. The narrative explores themes of childhood, education, and societal expectations within the prestigious boarding school context. The opening of the novel sets the tone for Graham's emotional turmoil as he reflects on leaving home for Eton. Initially overwhelmed by anxiety and nostalgia, he laments the joys of his earlier, carefree childhood and anticipates the harsh realities of school life, characterized by punishing educators and rowdy peers. The text provides a vivid portrayal of Eton's environment, including its traditions, notable figures, and social hierarchies, through Graham's eyes as he embarks on this new chapter. His arrival at the college promises a mixture of camaraderie and competition, hinting at the profound impact this experience will have on his identity and future. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Eton College -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19405 |
| Release Date | Sep 29, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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