Our Family Affairs, 1867-1896

"Our Family Affairs, 1867-1896" by E. F. Benson is a biographical story that examines the author's early life and connections with his family, during the years 1867-1896. The story captures what it was like growing up in a well-known family, telling the energetic and exciting moments from the author's young memories. Starting in Wellington, where the author's father worked as the headmaster of Wellington College, readers are presented with the author’s early years. The descriptions are full of personal memories, showing interesting and funny scenes of family life, like fun times with siblings, interesting things found as a child, and colorful details of their home and yard. The author remembers important moments, such as when his father was strict but caring and his mother was charming, making a comforting feeling that lets readers experience the closeness of family life. These early memories help set the stage so his development and family connections can be looked at in later chapters.