Publisher's Synopsis
The New Senior At Andover, written by Herbert Dickinson Ward and published in 1891, is a coming-of-age novel that follows the story of a young man named John West, who has just been promoted to senior status at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts. As he navigates the challenges of his new role and the expectations that come with it, John must also confront his own personal demons and learn to balance his academic pursuits with his social life.Set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, The New Senior At Andover explores themes of identity, friendship, and ambition, as John grapples with the pressures of being a leader among his peers and the desire to carve out his own path in life. Along the way, he forms close bonds with his classmates and mentors, including the school's headmaster, Dr. Bancroft, and the popular and charismatic senior, Tom Crawford.As John faces a series of challenges and setbacks, including a falling out with Tom and a crisis of confidence in his own abilities, he must draw on his inner strength and resilience to persevere. Ultimately, The New Senior At Andover is a timeless tale of growth and self-discovery that will resonate with 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.
