The Lighter Side of School Life


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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.



















The Lighter Side of School Life


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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.




Best Friends, Occasional Enemies


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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.




Rudyard Kipling


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This set comprises 40 volumes covering 19th and 20th century European and American authors. These volumes will be available as a complete set, mini boxed sets (by theme) or as individual volumes. This second set compliments the first 68 volume set of Critical Heritage published by Routledge in October 1995.