The Hoosier School-boy

By Edward Eggleston

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a 19th-century schoolhouse, a young boy must navigate bullies and build friendships as he comes of age.

Genres

Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Fiction

Released

2007-12-08

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Summary

"The Hoosier School-boy" by Edward Eggleston is a tale set in a 19th-century village school, following the experiences of Jack Dudley as he attempts to find his place among his classmates. Facing the challenges of making friends and dealing with bullies such as Will Riley and King Pewee Rose, Jack's early days in Greenbank are marked by a tense relationship with the strict schoolmaster, Mr. Ball. As friendships with classmates like Bob Holliday and Susan Lanham begin to blossom, Jack's journey turns into a coming-of-age story filled with relatable struggles, humor, and heartfelt moments.