The Lighter Side of School Life
The Lighter Side of School Life

Author: Ian Hay

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2021-04-25

Total Pages: 125

ISBN-13:

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Ian Hay's 'The Lighter Side of School Life' offers readers a delightful and humorous glimpse into the world of British boarding schools in the early 20th century. Through a series of witty anecdotes and charming characters, Hay paints a vivid picture of the daily life and challenges faced by students and staff alike. The light-hearted tone and observational humor make this book a joy to read, providing both entertainment and insight into the unique culture of the time. Set against the backdrop of World War I, the book beautifully captures the spirit of resilience and camaraderie amidst the chaos of war. Ian Hay, a Scottish playwright, novelist, and WWI veteran, draws inspiration from his own experiences in boarding schools to create a heartfelt and nostalgic portrayal of school life. His sharp wit and keen observations shine through his writing, establishing him as a master of comedic storytelling. Hay's deep understanding of human nature and his ability to find humor in everyday situations make 'The Lighter Side of School Life' a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers of all ages. I highly recommend 'The Lighter Side of School Life' to anyone looking for a charming and witty read that captures the essence of school life in a bygone era. Ian Hay's storytelling prowess and unique perspective make this book a must-read for those who appreciate wit, humor, and heartwarming stories.

Best Friends, Occasional Enemies
Best Friends, Occasional Enemies

Author: Lisa Scottoline

Publisher: St. Martin's Press

Published: 2011-11-22

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 1429995572

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From the New York Times bestselling writing team comes a hilarious new collection of essays that observe life from a mother/daughter perspective New York Times bestselling author Lisa Scottoline and her daughter Francesca Serritella are the best of friends—99.9% of the time. They're number one on each other's speed dial and they tell each other everything—well, almost everything. They share shoes and clothes—except one very special green jacket, which almost caused a catfight. In other words, they're just like every mother and daughter in the world. Best friends, and occasional enemies. Now they're dishing about it all—their lives, their relationship, and their carb count. Inspired by their weekly column, "Chick Wit" for The Philadelphia Inquirer, this book is one you'll have to put down—just to stop laughing. Lisa on Being a Mom - Motherhood has no expiration date. Francesca lives in the city, and I worry about her all the time. My daughter moved out, so why am I still lactating? Francesca on Being a Daughter - My mother is always right. Just ask her. Lisa on Things Every Daughter Should Know - Your mother is always thinking about you, but that's not creepy. Your mother will never forget who did you dirty in the sixth grade, for which you can thank her. And your mother will never stop asking you if you need to go to the bathroom, before you leave the house. Well, do you? Francesca on Closet Wars - My mom is a great dresser. Mostly because she's wearing my clothes. Lisa on Aging Gracefully - My sex drive is in reverse, I have more whiskers than my cat, and my estrogen replacement is tequila. Francesca on Apartment Living - When I saw a mouse, the first person I called was Mom. She told me to call my super, but I felt bad bothering him. I hate to bother people. But I love to bother my mother.

Bulletin
Bulletin

Author: United States. Office of Education

Publisher:

Published: 1916

Total Pages: 752

ISBN-13:

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The Spectator
The Spectator

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1840

Total Pages: 1256

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The Road to Armageddon
The Road to Armageddon

Author: Cecil D. Eby

Publisher: Duke University Press

Published: 1987

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 9780822307754

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The Lost Generation has held the imagination of those who succeeded them, partly because the idea that modern war could be romantic, generous, and noble died with the casualties of that war. From this remove, it seems almost perverse that Britons, Germans, and Frenchmen of every social class eagerly rushed to the fields of Flanders and to misery and death. In The Road to Armageddon Cecil Eby shows how the widely admired writers of English popular fiction and poetry contributed, at least in England, to a romantic militarism coupled with xenophobia that helped create the climate that made World War I seem almost inevitable. Between the close of the Franco-Prussian War of 1871 and the opening guns of 1914, the works of such widely read and admired writers as H. G. Wells, Rudyard Kipling, J. M. Barrie, and Rupert Brooke, as well as a host of now almost forgotten contemporaries, bombarded their avid readers with strident warnings of imminent invasions and prophecies of the collapse of civilization under barbarian onslaught and internal moral collapse. Eby seems these narratives as growing from and in turn fueling a collective neurosis in which dread of coming war coexisted with an almost loving infatuation with it. The author presents a vivid panorama of a militant mileau in which warfare on a scale hitherto unimaginable was largely coaxed into being by works of literary imagination. The role of covert propaganda, concealed in seemingly harmless literary texts, is memorably illustrated.