44 pages 1 hour read

James Hilton

Goodbye, Mr. Chips

Fiction | Novella | YA | Published in 1934

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Many readers appreciate Goodbye, Mr. Chips by James Hilton for its heartwarming portrayal of an endearing schoolteacher, Mr. Chips, whose life and career span numerous decades. The novella's charm lies in its nostalgic and evocative writing, though some critics feel it leans heavily on sentimentality. While some find the plot predictable, the character depth and emotional resonance are widely praised.

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Who Should Read Goodbye, Mr. Chips?

Fans of nostalgic, emotion-driven narratives set within educational settings will appreciate James Hilton's Goodbye, Mr. Chips. Similar to L.P. Hartley's The Go-Between and Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let Me Go, this novella appeals to readers who enjoy reflections on the passage of time, personal growth, and the impact of mentor figures.

Recommended

Reading Age

12+years

Lexile Level

930L

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Psychological Fiction
British Literature
Topics
Education
Themes
Society: Education
Emotions/Behavior: Memory
Life/Time: Mortality & Death