Books like David Blaize by E. F. Benson
E. F. Benson’s *David Blaize* chronicles the coming‑of‑age journey of its title character from his years at a preparatory school to the sixth form at Marchester College. Drawing on the author’s own experiences at Temple Grove and Marlborough College, the novel vividly depicts the eccentric teachers, the joys of cricket, the anxieties of parental visits, and the growth that comes through a platonic friendship with senior boy Maddox. The narrative offers a light‑hearted yet insightful look at late Victorian English public school life, blending wit with genuine affection for its setting and characters.
First publish date: 1916
Genre: Humorous Fiction/Comedy Fiction
Authors: E. F. Benson
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