The Country School: An Entertainment in Two Scenes

"The Country School: An Entertainment in Two Scenes" by Martha Russell Orne is a playful drama set in a late 1800s countryside school, showcasing the funny side of education back then. The scenes focus on the teacher's daily life with pupils like Seth Crane, often in trouble, and Julius Caesar Smith, whose name adds to the humor. Ordinary lessons quickly turn extraordinary with misunderstandings and silly incidents, revealing the kids' pure and honest nature. The story celebrates childhood memories and pokes gentle fun at old-fashioned teaching styles, wrapping up with a cheerful song that pulls everyone into the joyful spirit.