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Tom Brown's school days

Book • 1857
Published in 1857, 'Tom Brown's School Days' is a novel by Thomas Hughes that chronicles the life of Tom Brown, a young boy attending Rugby School in the 1830s.

The story is loosely based on Hughes' own experiences at Rugby School and follows Tom from his early childhood in the Vale of White Horse to his years at Rugby.

Tom faces various challenges, including bullying by the notorious Flashman, but finds support and friendship through his relationships with Harry 'Scud' East and George Arthur.

Under the guidance of the headmaster, Dr. Thomas Arnold, Tom and his friends learn valuable lessons about morality, responsibility, and personal development.

The novel concludes with Tom's growth into a confident and responsible young man, highlighted by his success in a cricket match and his eventual preparation for life beyond school.

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