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The Babe, B.A.: Being The Uneventful History Of A Young Gentleman At Cambridge University (1896)

The Babe, B.A.: Being The Uneventful History Of A Young Gentleman At Cambridge University (1896)

Benson, Edward Frederic

Hardcover

PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 143665078X
ISBN13: 9781436650786
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 2 2008
Pages: 336
Weight: 1.46
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Babe, B.A. is a novel written by Edward Frederic Benson and published in 1896. The story revolves around the life of a young man named Philip, who goes by the nickname The Babe. The novel follows Philip's uneventful journey as a student at Cambridge University, where he navigates the challenges of academic life and social interactions with his fellow students.The novel is set in the late 19th century and provides a detailed account of the customs and traditions of Cambridge University during that time. Through Philip's experiences, the reader is introduced to the various personalities and quirks of the university's professors, students, and staff. The novel also explores themes of class, privilege, and social hierarchy, as Philip struggles to find his place in the complex social landscape of the university.Despite its title, The Babe, B.A. is not a sports novel and does not focus on athletics or physical prowess. Instead, it is a character-driven story that delves into the inner lives and motivations of its central characters. The novel's prose is elegant and descriptive, with a keen eye for detail and a wry sense of humor. Overall, The Babe, B.A. is a charming and entertaining novel that offers a glimpse into the world of higher education in Victorian England.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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