The Human Boy (1899)

The Human Boy is a novel written by British author Eden Phillpotts and first published in 1899. The story follows the life of a young boy named David, who lives in a small village in Devonshire, England. David is a mischievous and adventurous child, always getting into trouble and causing chaos in the village. He is constantly at odds with the local schoolmaster, Mr. Grimble, who sees him as a troublemaker and a bad influence on the other children.Despite his reputation, David is a lovable character with a heart of gold. He has a close relationship with his mother and his grandfather, who both support and encourage his adventurous spirit. David's adventures take him all over the village and into the surrounding countryside, where he makes friends with the local wildlife and has many exciting and dangerous encounters.Throughout the novel, Phillpotts explores themes of childhood, innocence, and the relationship between humans and nature. He portrays David as a symbol of the unspoiled and untamed natural world, and contrasts this with the strict and rigid social order of the village.The Human Boy is a charming and entertaining novel that captures the spirit of childhood and the beauty of the English countryside. It is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.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.