Wilton School; or, Harry Campbell's Revenge

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Weatherly, F. E. (Frederic Edward), 1848-1929.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Wilton School; or, Harry Campbell's Revenge" by F. E. Weatherly is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Harry Campbell, who faces the trials of growing up in a school setting, dealing with themes of loss, injustice, and friendship, all while navigating the complexities of childhood and adolescence. At the start of the narrative, we find Harry at home with his parents, grappling with the crushing reality of his mother's imminent departure due to illness. The emotional farewell sets a poignant tone, highlighting Harry's confusion and sadness amid the adults' despair. As the story progresses, we see Harry's struggle at school, caught in a web of bullying and false accusations regarding cheating, which forces him to confront his sense of honor and integrity. Harry's desire for revenge against those who wrong him looms large, creating a rich emotional backdrop as he seeks to understand and navigate the challenges life throws at him, particularly in the absence of his mother. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Al Haines

Notes:

Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2007-07-31