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Kingston, William Henry Giles
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1880
Kingston, W. H. G.
Kingston, W.H.G.
Weir, Harrison
1824
1906
Weir, Harrison William
Digby Heathcote: The Early Days of a Country Gentleman's Son and Heir
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"Digby Heathcote: The Early Days of a Country Gentleman's Son and Heir" by W.H.G. Kingston is a fictional novel written in the mid-19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Digby Heathcote, the son and heir of a country gentleman, as he navigates the challenges of childhood, family life, and mischief at Bloxholme Hall. The book explores themes of innocence, familial relationships, and the consequences of youthful pranks. The opening of the novel introduces us to Digby, a rambunctious nine-year-old who is already showing signs of being spoiled by his doting family. Caught in the act of raiding the jam pots by the housekeeper, Mrs. Carter, Digby’s antics demonstrate his playful yet mischievous nature. The narrative describes Bloxholme Hall and its surroundings in great detail, setting the stage for Digby's adventures alongside his siblings, particularly his clever sister Kate. As the chapter progresses, we see Digby’s spirited character in his interactions with household staff and family, highlighting both the joys and challenges of growing up in a privileged setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Boys -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Boarding schools -- England -- Juvenile fiction
Schools -- Juvenile fiction
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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