Tell England: A Study in a Generation

"Tell England: A Study in a Generation" by Ernest Raymond is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative appears to explore the lives of boys during their formative years at a public school, particularly focusing on the experiences of the main characters, Rupert Ray, Archibald Pennybet, and Edgar Gray Doe. The story likely delves into themes of friendship, rivalry, and the transition from childhood to young adulthood amidst the backdrop of a world preparing for conflict." "The opening of the novel introduces the three main characters, beginning with Rupert Ray, who reflects on his memories of school life and his grandfather's influence. We learn about the dynamics between the boys, particularly the provocative nature of Pennybet, who seeks to assert his dominance, and Doe, who displays sensitivity and a sense of heroism. The prologue sets a nostalgic tone, hinting at the complexities of their friendships as they navigate school challenges, their personalities developing against the backdrop of impending war, laying the foundation for the trials they will face together." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Ernest Raymond was a British novelist, best known for his first novel, Tell England (1922), set in World War I. His next biggest success was We, the Accused (1935), generally thought to be a reworking of the Crippen case. Raymond was a highly prolific writer, with an output of forty-six novels, two plays and ten non-fiction works.