Haviland's Chum

"Haviland's Chum" by Bertram Mitford is a story that takes place at an English boys' school in the late 1800s. It follows Haviland, a student leader, as he befriends Mpukuza, a Zulu boy from Africa who experiences a hard time fitting in. The story looks at common issues like bullying and prejudice, but also demonstrates the importance of having an open mind and creating friendships with unexpected people. The readers watch as Haviland steps in to defend Mpukuza against tormentors, and Mpukuza works to integrate into the established school culture, resulting in a budding friendship between the pair as Haviland deals with typical school troubles and a thirst for excitement.