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Little Mr. Bouncer and Tales of College Life is a book written by Cuthbert Bede. The book is a collection of humorous stories that revolve around the character of Little Mr. Bouncer, a diminutive but plucky student at St. Boniface College. The stories are set in the mid-19th century and provide a glimpse into the life of college students during that time. The tales follow Little Mr. Bouncer's adventures as he navigates the challenges and absurdities of college life, from academic struggles to romantic mishaps. The book is filled with witty dialogue, colorful characters, and hilarious situations that will keep readers entertained from start to finish. Whether you're a fan of classic literature or simply looking for a fun and lighthearted read, Little Mr. Bouncer and Tales of College Life is sure to delight.1893. With illustrations by the author. Cuthbert Bede, pen-name of Edward Bradley, English author, who as rector of Stretton in Rutlandshire gained a reputation as a humorist and numbered among his friends Cruikshank, Frank Smedley, Mark Lemon and Albert Smith. He is chiefly known as the author of The Adventures of Mr. Verdant Green, an Oxford Freshman, which he also illustrated. Several well-known Oxford characters of the time are depicted in its pages, such as Dr. Plumptre the vice-chancellor, Dr. Bliss the registrar, and the waiter at the Mitre. Little Mr. Bouncer is the sequel to The Adventures of Mr. Verdant Green. Both books abound with fun.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.