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For the sake of the school
EAN : 9791041849895
Édition papier
EAN : 9791041849895
Paru le : 23 août 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041849895
- Réf. fournisseur : 298472
- Date Parution : 23 août 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 192
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:11 mm
- Poids : 256gr
- Résumé : "For the Sake of the School" by Angela Brazil is a captivating narrative set in the picturesque surroundings of The Woodlands, a school nestled in the Craigwen Valley. The story follows Ulyth Stanton, a student in the Lower Fifth, who is eagerly anticipating the arrival of Rona Mitchell, a girl from New Zealand with whom she has been corresponding for two years. Ulyth's romanticized expectations of Rona are shattered when she meets her and finds her to be quite different from the idealized image she had formed. Rona, having grown up in the backwoods of New Zealand, lacks the refinement and social graces that Ulyth values. Despite her initial disappointment, Ulyth is reminded of her responsibilities as a Torch-bearer in the Camp-fire League, a group dedicated to service and personal growth. Encouraged by her mentor, Mrs. Arnold, Ulyth decides to embrace the challenge of helping Rona adapt to her new environment. The narrative explores themes of friendship, cultural differences, and personal development as Ulyth learns to look beyond her prejudices and Rona begins to find her place at The Woodlands. The story is a testament to the power of understanding and the importance of supporting one another in a community.
- Biographie : Angela Brazil was born on 30 November 1868, at her home, 1 West Cliff, Preston, Lancashire. She was the youngest child of Clarence Brazil, a mill manager, and Angelica McKinnel, the daughter of the owner of a shipping line in Rio de Janeiro, who had a Spanish mother. Angela was the youngest of four siblings including sister Amy, and two brothers, Clarence and Walter.
