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Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic)
1867
1940
Benson, Edward Frederic
Benson, Edward F. (Edward Frederic)
David Blaize
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Blaize
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"David Blaize" by E. F. Benson is a novel written in the early 20th century. This humorous coming-of-age story revolves around the life of David Blaize, a young boy at Helmsworth Preparatory School, where he navigates the trials and tribulations of school life, friendships, and conflicts with authority. The narrative captures the essence of childhood with its vivid characters and relatable experiences. The opening of the novel introduces readers to David in a rather unique classroom setting — a museum filled with curiosities — while he struggles to write a letter home to his father. Amid distractions, we learn about his relationships with his classmates and the teachers, especially Mr. Dutton and the formidable Headmaster. David's playful characterization is evidenced in his mischievous nature, whether he's engaged in antics involving inky darts or contemplating the lives of prehistoric creatures. As tensions build around school rules and expectations, the stage is set for an exploration of friendship, discipline, and the humorous chaos that often accompanies youth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Boys -- Fiction
Boarding schools -- England -- Fiction
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Humour
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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