The New Girl at St. Chad's - Brazil, Angela
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"The New Girl at St. Chad's" by Angela Brazil is a captivating story that follows Honor Fitzgerald, a spirited and headstrong Irish girl, as she navigates the challenges of attending an English boarding school. Honor, who hails from the picturesque and isolated Kilmore Castle in County Kerry, Ireland, is sent to Chessington College after her impulsive behavior at home leads her father to believe she needs the discipline and structure of school life. The narrative begins with Honor's arrival at St. Chad's, one of the houses at Chessington College, where she immediately stands out due to her…mehr

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"The New Girl at St. Chad's" by Angela Brazil is a captivating story that follows Honor Fitzgerald, a spirited and headstrong Irish girl, as she navigates the challenges of attending an English boarding school. Honor, who hails from the picturesque and isolated Kilmore Castle in County Kerry, Ireland, is sent to Chessington College after her impulsive behavior at home leads her father to believe she needs the discipline and structure of school life. The narrative begins with Honor's arrival at St. Chad's, one of the houses at Chessington College, where she immediately stands out due to her vibrant personality and strong Irish identity. Her initial days are marked by a clash of cultures, as she struggles to adapt to the school's rules and the teasing of her peers, particularly regarding her Irish heritage. Despite these challenges, Honor's charm and determination gradually win over her classmates, and she begins to find her place within the school community. The story explores themes of identity, belonging, and the passage from childhood to adolescence, as Honor learns to balance her Irish pride with the expectations of her new environment. Through her experiences, Honor grows in maturity and understanding, ultimately finding a sense of belonging at St. Chad's while maintaining her unique cultural identity.
Autorenporträt
Angela Brazil was born on 30 November 1868, at her home, 1 West Cliff, Preston, Lancashire. She was the youngest child of Clarence Brazil, a mill manager, and Angelica McKinnel, the daughter of the owner of a shipping line in Rio de Janeiro, who had a Spanish mother. Angela was the youngest of four siblings including sister Amy, and two brothers, Clarence and Walter.