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A Prefect’s Uncle · Theme
Coming of Age
How A Prefect’s Uncle develops Coming of Age.
Characters like Farnie and Wilson navigate the social hierarchies and moral dilemmas of public school life, with Farnie's cunning and eventual remorse reflecting a journey toward maturity and responsibility.
Where it surfaces
- III: The Uncle Makes Himself at Home
Farnie's confident navigation of school life contrasts with Gethryn's attempts to mentor him, highlighting different stages of maturity.