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The Red Shanty Boys: Or Pictures Of New England School Life Thirty Years Ago (1884)

The Red Shanty Boys: Or Pictures Of New England School Life Thirty Years Ago (1884)

Ludlow, Park
Brown, Theron

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesNortheastRegional: New England

ISBN10: 1166189996
ISBN13: 9781166189990
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 360
Weight: 1.06
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Red Shanty Boys: Or Pictures Of New England School Life Thirty Years Ago is a book written by Park Ludlow and originally published in 1884. The book is a nostalgic look back at the author's experiences as a student in a rural New England school in the mid-19th century. Ludlow's writing style is descriptive and vivid, capturing the sights, sounds, and smells of his school days. He portrays the daily routines, games, and pranks of the students, as well as the challenges and triumphs of their academic pursuits. The title of the book refers to a group of boys who attended school in a rundown shanty, which was painted red. The Red Shanty Boys were known for their mischievous behavior and playful antics, and they become a focal point of the book. Through his storytelling, Ludlow also provides insight into the social and economic conditions of rural New England during the mid-19th century. He describes the struggles of poor families, the importance of education, and the impact of the Civil War on the community. Overall, The Red Shanty Boys is a charming and nostalgic portrayal of a bygone era in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in New England history, rural life, or the evolution of American education.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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