Recollections of a Blue-Coat Boy: Or A View of Christ's Hospital (1829) is a memoir written by William Pitt Scargill about his experiences as a student at Christ's Hospital, a historic English charity school for orphaned and disadvantaged children. The book provides a detailed account of Scargill's life at the school, including his daily routine, education, and relationships with fellow students and teachers. Scargill also describes the school's history, traditions, and customs, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of a Blue-Coat Boy in the early 19th century. The memoir is a valuable historical document, shedding light on the educational practices and social conditions of the time, and providing insight into the experiences of children from disadvantaged backgrounds.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.
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