Talbot Baines Reed

Broschiertes Buch

The Master of the Shell

Beschreibung

A classic school story from Talbot Baines Reed, "The Master of the Shell" plunges readers into the world of a British boarding school where the spirit of competition and camaraderie reigns supreme. Set against the backdrop of youthful ambition and the pursuit of excellence, this timeless tale explores the bonds of friendship forged in the crucible of athletic endeavor. Central to the narrative is the thrilling world of rowing, with the looming shadow of the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race adding a layer of prestige and high stakes. The rigorous training, the intense rivalries, and the unwavering dedication to teamwork are all vividly portrayed in this enduring work of juvenile fiction. A celebration of sportsmanship and the values of loyalty and perseverance, "The Master of the Shell" offers a glimpse into a bygone era of school life and the enduring appeal of competitive sports. This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the original text, allowing readers to experience this classic story as it was originally intended. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Talbot Baines Reed was an English author of boys' fiction who lived from April 3, 1852, to November 28, 1893. He created a type of school stories that lasted until the middle of the 20th century. The Fifth Form at St. Dominic's is one of his most well-known works. He often and regularly wrote for The Boy's Own Paper (B.O.P.). Most of his writing was first published there. Reed became a well-known typefounder through his family's business. He also wrote the standard work on the subject, History of the Old English Letter Foundries. John Reed was a colonel in Oliver Cromwell's army during the English Civil War. The Reed family came from him. Their home was in Maiden Newton, which is in the county of Dorset. They moved to London at the end of the 18th century. Andrew Reed (1787-1862), Talbot Reed's grandpa, was a minister in the Congregational Church and the founder of many charitable organizations, such as the London Orphan Asylum and a hospital for people who could not get better. He was also a well-known hymn writer. His "Spirit Divine, attend our prayers" can still be found in many hymnals today.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 234
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 331g
• ISBN-13: 9781023111706
• ISBN-10: 1023111705
• Artikelnr.: 74117447