The Hoosier School Boy is a classic American novel written by Edward Eggleston. The story takes place in rural Indiana in the 19th century and follows the life of a young boy named Tom who attends a one-room schoolhouse. Tom is a mischievous and adventurous boy who often finds himself in trouble with his teachers and classmates. However, he is also a loyal friend and a hard worker.Throughout the book, Tom learns important lessons about life, love, and the value of education. He develops a close relationship with his teacher, Miss Watson, who helps him overcome his struggles with reading and writing. Tom also falls in love with a girl named Mary, but their relationship is threatened by a rival suitor and a family feud.The Hoosier School Boy is a heartwarming coming-of-age story that captures the spirit of rural America in the 19th century. Eggleston's vivid descriptions of the Indiana countryside and the daily life of a one-room schoolhouse provide a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. The book is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by readers of all ages.1901. American novelist and historian, Eggleston's novels depicting early life in southern Indiana have been widely read. The Hoosier Schoolmaster was one of the first examples of American local realistic fiction. Contents: The New Scholar; King Milkmaid; Answering Back; Little Christopher Columbus; Whiling Away Time; A Battle; Hat-Ball and Bullpen; The Defender; Pigeon Pot-Pie; Explosions; Jack and His Mother; Columbus and His Friends; Greenbank Wakes Up; Professor Susan; Crowing After Victory; An Attempt to Collect; An Exploring Expedition; Housekeeping Experiences; Ghosts; The Return Home; A Foot-Race for Money; The New Teacher; Chasing the Fox; Called to Account; An Apology; King's Base and a Spelling-Lesson; Unclaimed Top-Strings; and The Last Day of School, and the Last Chapter of the Story. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.