The Boy Out of Church is a novel by Robert Graves, first published in 1929. It tells the story of a young boy, John, who is sent away from his home in a small English village to a boarding school in London. He is a bright and inquisitive child, but his parents are too poor to keep him in school. He is sent away to a school run by a strict headmaster, and John finds himself struggling to fit in. He is bullied by the other boys, and his only solace is in the church, where he finds comfort and solace. As he grows older, John begins to question the teachings of the church and his faith, and he eventually leaves the church and embarks on a journey of self-discovery. The novel is a coming-of-age story, exploring themes of faith, identity, and belonging. It is a poignant and thought-provoking read. Overall sentiment: The Boy Out of Church is a poignant and thought-provoking coming-of-age story that explores themes of faith, identity, and belonging.
By Robert Graves · First published 1920 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Coming of Age, Drama