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Sinister Street, vol. 2

By Compton MacKenzie

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

"Sinister Street, vol. 2" by Compton MacKenzie is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative continues the experiences of Michael Fane a...

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2010-09-22
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"Sinister Street, vol. 2" by Compton MacKenzie is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative continues the experiences of Michael Fane as he embarks on his adventure at Oxford University, exploring themes of youthful aspiration, social dynamics, and personal growth during his formative years. The story likely delves into his relationships and the various academic and social pressures he faces as a fresh undergraduate. The opening of the second volume reveals Michael's arrival at Oxford and his initial experiences as a new student struggling to adapt. He is depicted as both excited and anxious about beginning this new chapter of his life. We see his conversations with fellow students, his thoughts on college life, and the feelings of both anticipation and loneliness that accompany him. As Michael navigates the complexities of college etiquette and strives to establish his identity amidst a diverse group of peers, the narrative sets the stage for his evolving character and the unfolding events of his academic journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

About the Author

Sir Edward Montague Compton Mackenzie, was a Scottish writer of fiction, biography, histories and a memoir, as well as a cultural commentator, raconteur and lifelong Scottish nationalist. He was one of the co-founders in 1928 of the National Party of Scotland along with Hugh MacDiarmid, R. B. Cunninghame Graham and John MacCormick. He was knighted in the 1952 Birthday Honours List.

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