Tom Brown's Schooldays

Tom Brown's Schooldays is a classic novel by Thomas Hughes that offers a nostalgic and idealized portrait of English public school life in the 1830s. It chronicles the experiences of the young and spirited Tom Brown as he navigates the tumultuous social environment of Rugby School under the influential headmaster, Dr. Thomas Arnold. The book follows Tom's journey from a naive new boy to a responsible, Christian gentleman, detailing his struggles with bullying (especially from the notorious Flashman), his friendships, and the moral education that shapes his character. An enduring testament to honour, courage, and the traditions of the English school system, it remains a foundational text of Victorian literature.