School Story, 1927
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School Story, 1927
THE BARRING-OUT AT ST FRANKS a grand story of school life, by Edwy Searles Brooks
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Brooks Fiction 1927 Barring Edwy
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The Barring-Out at St. Fransks: A Grand Story of School Life, by Edwy Searles Brooks, published in 1927, is a captivating work of historical fiction that brings to life the rich tapestry of school experiences during the early 20th century. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the world of St. Fransks School as depicted in Brooks' novel. The image, titled "The Barring-Out at St. Fransks," captures a pivotal moment in the story as students, dressed in their uniforms, gather outside the school gates in protest. The boys hold books aloft, their faces determined and resolute. The girls, clustered together, look on with a mix of anxiety and defiance. The school building looms in the background, its imposing facade a symbol of the rigid and unyielding authority that the students are challenging. Brooks' novel tells the story of a group of students who are barred from attending their school due to unpaid fees. The students, led by the charismatic Jacko, decide to take matters into their own hands and stage a protest to raise awareness and funds to keep their school open. The photograph captures the spirit of this rebellion, the determination of the students to fight for their education and the camaraderie that binds them together. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the importance of education and the lengths that students have gone to in order to secure it. It also serves as a poignant snapshot of a bygone era, a time when school life was shaped by the rhythms of community and the challenges of economic hardship. The Barring-Out at St. Fransks is not only a grand story of school life, but also a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of young people in the face of adversity.
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