Lord Dismiss Us
Michael Campbell
A new headmaster, his meddling wife, and his odious daughter attempt to turn around the reputation of an English public school. Hilarious disasters ensue, from inviting a girls' school to tea to putting on a school play that involves boys dressing up as girls. Amid the comedy, two private tragedies unfold: a brilliant young teacher struggles with his homosexuality and a senior boy finds himself attracted to a fellow cricket team member. As the school year comes to an end, the novel moves towards a funny and heartbreaking final day. Widely praised for its tragedy and comedy, Lord Dismiss Us is a brilliant work of art about love, growing up, and the closed world of a British private school.