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The Leader of the Lower School
EAN : 9791041951864
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EAN : 9791041951864
Paru le : 17 sept. 2023
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- EAN13 : 9791041951864
- Réf. éditeur : 303841
- Date Parution : 17 sept. 2023
- Disponibilite : Disponible
- Barème de remise : NS
- Nombre de pages : 196
- Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:11 mm
- Poids : 260gr
- Résumé : "The Change of the Lower School" by Angela Brazil is a captivating tale set in Briarcroft Hall, a British boarding school. The story follows Gipsy Latimer, a spirited and independent girl with a diverse background, having lived in various parts of the world due to her father's profession as a mining engineer. Gipsy's arrival at Briarcroft Hall is marked by her distinct American mannerisms and her vibrant personality, which quickly attract the attention of her peers. Despite the initial cultural shock and the strict rules of the school, Gipsy soon becomes a popular figure among the students, especially in the Lower School. Gipsy discovers that the school's Guilds, which are supposed to be inclusive, are dominated by the Sixth Form, leaving the Lower School with little say in their management. Determined to bring about change, Gipsy organizes a mass meeting of the Lower School students to discuss the unfair treatment and to propose a more democratic system. Her transformation and eloquence inspire her peers, and she becomes a symbol of resistance against the established hierarchy. The story highlights themes of equality, evolution, and the power of collective action, as Gipsy navigates the challenges of her new environment while staying true to her principles.
- 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.
