The terror of St Trinian’s or Angela’s Prince Charming. [Hardcover] Shy, Timothy. Illustrated by Ronald Searle

Description

1954 edition. Hardcover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks, stains and small tears. No dust jacket. Spine has significant reading creases and wear, small tears on top and bottom. Pages have some marks and small tears on some pages but largely are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-loved copy of “The Terror of St Trinian’s or Angela’s Prince Charming” offers a delightful glimpse into the irreverent world of Ronald Searle’s iconic St Trinian’s School. Published in 1954, this book captures the anarchic spirit of the postwar era, when Searle’s scathing satire of the British boarding school system struck a chord with readers seeking comic relief from the austerity of the times. While the wear and tear on this copy speak to its popularity, the intact binding and largely clean pages ensure that Searle’s hilarious illustrations and Timothy’s witty prose remain intact for the enjoyment of a new generation of readers. For collectors and fans of British humor, this edition represents a piece of cultural history, a testament to the enduring appeal of Searle’s subversive yet affectionate mockery of the establishment.