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The Eternal Boy: Being the Story of the Prodigious Hickey

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A spirited schoolboy nicknamed Hickey navigates life at a boarding school through a series of comic and lively episodes that showcase his appetite for mischief, loyalty to friends, athletic exploits, and recurring brushes with authority. The narrative moves episodically through campus pranks and contests, memorable feats both rowdy and heroic, social rivalries, and an emerging political education that tests his ideals and friendships. Humorous scenes and small-scale crises reveal themes of adolescent identity, camaraderie, and the tensions between youthful impulse and adult expectations, closing with consequences that examine the costs and rewards of persistent boyishness.

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Owen Johnson

Owen Johnson was an American author known for his contributions to early 20th-century literature. His works often explore themes of youth, ambition, and the complexities of modern life. Among his notable titles is "Stover at Yale," which provides a vivid portrayal of college life and the challenges faced by young men. Johnson's writing style blends humor with social commentary, making his stories both entertaining and thought-provoking. He also wrote novels such as "In the Name of Liberty: A Story of the Terror" and "Skippy Bedelle / His Sentimental Progress From the Urchin to the Complete Man of the World," showcasing his versatility across different genres.

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