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The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie
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The novel tells the story of Miss Jean Brodie, a forward-thinking and eccentric teacher at the Marcia Blaine School for Girls in Edinburgh.
She selects six students, known as 'The Brodie Set,' for special tutelage, teaching them about art history, literature, and her own personal life, including her admiration for fascism.
The story unfolds through flashbacks and flashforwards, revealing the complex relationships between Miss Brodie and her students, particularly Sandy, who ultimately betrays her.
The novel explores themes of education, morality, and the influence of a charismatic teacher on her students' lives.
She selects six students, known as 'The Brodie Set,' for special tutelage, teaching them about art history, literature, and her own personal life, including her admiration for fascism.
The story unfolds through flashbacks and flashforwards, revealing the complex relationships between Miss Brodie and her students, particularly Sandy, who ultimately betrays her.
The novel explores themes of education, morality, and the influence of a charismatic teacher on her students' lives.
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Mentioned by Ian Rankin as the subject of his unfinished PhD and the inspiration for his writing career.
Workshop 46: Ian Rankin
