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"Borth Lyrics" by Edward Thring offers a poignant glimpse into Victorian school life through poetry. As a biographical work, the collection provides a unique perspective on Uppingham School and its influential headmaster, Edward Thring, through verse. This volume captures the essence of education and personal reflection in the Victorian era. This collection of poetry, focused on Uppingham School, presents an engaging and insightful window into the world of secondary education in the 19th century. Delve into the world of Victorian poetry with this unique work documenting the life of students…mehr

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"Borth Lyrics" by Edward Thring offers a poignant glimpse into Victorian school life through poetry. As a biographical work, the collection provides a unique perspective on Uppingham School and its influential headmaster, Edward Thring, through verse. This volume captures the essence of education and personal reflection in the Victorian era. This collection of poetry, focused on Uppingham School, presents an engaging and insightful window into the world of secondary education in the 19th century. Delve into the world of Victorian poetry with this unique work documenting the life of students and educators. "Borth Lyrics" offers an accessible and compelling read for anyone interested in educational history and the power of biographical poetry. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Edward Thring (1821-1887) was a renowned English educator and the headmaster of Uppingham School, who made significant contributions to Victorian education. Although best known for his pedagogical theories and school reforms, Thring also channeled his creative energies into literature. His book 'Borth Lyrics' is a collection of poems that encapsulates Thring's artistic flair and reflects his love for the seaside town of Borth in Wales, offering glimpses into his reflective and emotive literary style. As an author, Thring exhibited a nuanced understanding of rhythm and a fondness for evoking the vivid imagery of the natural world, aspects that permeate his lyrical compositions. His works often reveal the intellectual depth and educational ideologies that underpinned his career as a transformative headmaster. While 'Borth Lyrics' may not be as widely recognized as his educational writings, the volume is a testament to Thring's versatility and his ability to express profound thought and sentiment through the medium of poetry. Thring's literary output is best appreciated within the context of his life's work as a seminal figure in the development of progressive education in the 19th century, influencing the shape of schooling with a lasting legacy cherished by educators and scholars alike.