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Schoolboy Days: Or Ernest Bracebridge is a novel written by William Henry Giles Kingston and published in 1869. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Ernest Bracebridge as he attends school and navigates the challenges of growing up in Victorian England. Ernest is a curious and energetic boy who loves to explore the world around him. He attends a prestigious boarding school where he makes friends and learns valuable lessons about life and friendship. Throughout the book, Ernest encounters various obstacles and challenges, including bullies, academic struggles, and personal setbacks. Despite these challenges, Ernest remains determined to succeed and make the most of his schoolboy days. He learns important lessons about perseverance, honesty, and the value of hard work. Along the way, he forms meaningful relationships with his classmates and teachers, and discovers the joys of learning and self-discovery. Overall, Schoolboy Days: Or Ernest Bracebridge is a heartwarming and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into the world of Victorian-era boarding schools. It is a timeless coming-of-age story that will resonate with readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
A propos de l'auteur
William Henry Giles Kingston (February 28, 1814 - August 5, 1880), also known as W. H. G. Kingston, was an English author best remembered for his boys' adventure stories. Born in Harley Street, London, Kingston was the eldest child of Lucy Henry Kingston and Frances Sophia Rooke, the granddaughter of Sir Giles Rooke, a Court of Common Pleas judge. His paternal grandfather, John Kingston (1736-1820), was a Member of Parliament who, despite owning a plantation in Demerara, was a strong supporter of the abolition of the slave trade.
Kingston's father, Lucy, ran a successful wine business in Oporto, Portugal, and spent much of his life there, making frequent trips to England. This international background sparked Kingston's lifelong love of the sea, which would become a central theme in many of his novels. As a writer, Kingston produced numerous adventure novels, filled with daring exploits and moral lessons. His works, such as The Three Midshipmen and Villegagnon: A Tale of the Huguenot Persecution, reflect his deep appreciation for exploration, courage, and the complexities of history. Kingston's stories remain popular for their exciting plots, inspiring young readers to embrace adventure and integrity.
