The Little School (1920)

The Little School is a novel written by Thomas Sturge Moore and first published in 1920. The story is set in a small private school in England, where a group of boys are taught by a strict and traditional headmaster. The main character is a young boy named John who struggles to fit in with the other boys and is constantly bullied by his classmates. However, he finds solace in his love for poetry and music, which he shares with a kind and supportive teacher named Mr. Chowne. As the story progresses, John's passion for the arts grows stronger, and he begins to rebel against the rigid rules and expectations of the school. The novel explores themes of individualism, creativity, and the conflict between tradition and progress. It is a poignant and insightful portrayal of the challenges faced by young people as they navigate the complexities of adolescence and the pressures of conformity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.