My Friend Smith: A Story of School and City Life: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
My Friend Smith: A Story of School and City Life: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
My Friend Smith: A Story of School and City Life is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Reed, Talbot Baines (1852–1893).
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"My Friend Smith: A Story of School and City Life" by Talbot Baines Reed is a school novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around young Freddy Batchelor, sent away to Stonebridge House—a school for troublesome and backward boys—by his uncle. The story captures the trials Freddy faces both at school and in his new life, focusing particularly on his friendship with Smith, a fellow student who seems to embody resilience in the face of adversity. At the start of the book, Freddy is abruptly sent to the rigid environment of Stonebridge House due to his perceived misbehavior and backwardness. In this opening portion, we learn about Freddy's struggles with school life, his transition from his previous village, and the unpleasant dynamics among the boys, especially under the stern guidance of the housekeeper, Miss Henniker. Despite the challenges he faces—bullying from classmates, the strict regime of the school, and limited freedom—Freddy begins to form a bond with Smith, hinting at a growing friendship that might serve as a refuge from their harsh school experiences. Throughout the text, Reed highlights the emotional landscape of youth, loyalty among friends, and the desire for freedom in a confining environment.
Book and edition facts
- Title: My Friend Smith: A Story of School and City Life
- Author credits: Reed, Talbot Baines (1852–1893)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boarding schools -- England -- Juvenile fiction
- City and town life -- Juvenile fiction
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
- London (England) -- Juvenile fiction
- Schools -- Juvenile fiction
- Young men -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- School Stories
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