A College Boy (1899)

A College Boy is a novel written by Anthony Yorke and published in 1899. The book is set in England and follows the life of a young man named George Forester, who is a student at Oxford University. The story revolves around George's experiences at college, his relationships with his fellow students, and his struggles to find his place in the world.As George navigates the complexities of college life, he is forced to confront his own insecurities and uncertainties about his future. He becomes involved in a number of romantic entanglements, including a love triangle with two women, and must navigate the social hierarchies and expectations of his peers.Throughout the book, Yorke explores themes of class, ambition, and identity, as George grapples with the pressures and expectations of his privileged upbringing. The novel is also notable for its vivid portrayal of university life in the late 19th century, offering a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of the time.Overall, A College Boy is a compelling coming-of-age story that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of Victorian England and the challenges faced by young men of privilege during this era.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.