The Oppidan (1922)

The Oppidan is a novel written by Shane Leslie and first published in 1922. The story is set in an English boarding school and follows the life of a young boy named Michael Fane. Michael is a new student at the school and is immediately faced with the challenges of fitting in with his peers and adjusting to the strict rules and traditions of the institution.The novel explores themes of friendship, loyalty, bullying, and the struggles of adolescence. Michael's journey is one of self-discovery as he navigates the complex social hierarchy of the school and learns to stand up for himself and his beliefs.Throughout the book, Leslie provides a vivid portrayal of life in a British boarding school during the early 20th century. The Oppidan is a coming-of-age story that captures the essence of the boarding school experience and provides a glimpse into the world of privileged youth in England during this time period.Overall, The Oppidan is a classic work of fiction that has stood the test of time and continues to be read and enjoyed by readers today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in British literature, coming-of-age stories, or the history of boarding schools.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.