Tom Brown at Rugby is a classic novel by Thomas Hughes, first published in 1857. The story is set in the 1830s and follows the life of a young boy named Tom Brown, who is sent to Rugby School, a prestigious boarding school in England. Tom is a spirited and adventurous boy who quickly learns to navigate the complex social hierarchy of the school. He befriends several other boys, including the popular and charismatic Harry East and the mischievous but loyal Flashman. Throughout the novel, Tom faces a number of challenges and adventures, including bullying, sports competitions, and even a near-death experience. He also learns important lessons about friendship, loyalty, and honor. Tom Brown at Rugby is a coming-of-age story that offers a vivid portrayal of life in an English boarding school during the Victorian era. It is a timeless classic that has been beloved by generations of readers and is considered one of the most important works of English literature.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.
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