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Probably better seen as plays are meant to be. Interesting arguments as to what equals a good education. The homosexual references added nothing to the plot. Even though the writer's gay, if the words don't move/enhance the plot, why include it?

Favorite Quote: “How do I define history? It's just one fucking thing after another.“

The History Boys is the clever, funny, erudite play that I wanted it to be. On the surface this is a funny story about a clash in teaching styles and life in a school (which is my niche). Underneath this there‘s some thoughtful observations about access to high education and the ways that exclusivity is maintained in the Oxbridge environment. Deeper still is where the sharp exploration of inappropriate student/teacher relationships takes place.

Thanks to an impromptu family BBQ yesterday, I only managed about 10 hours this month. I still got loads read and added a couple of books to my May list, but hopefully I'll get more time in next time!
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Heartiest congratulations 🍾🎉🎈🎊 @callielafleur for your Litsy Milestone and the amazing amazing giveaway. My bookish quote / post for the #LitsyIsTheBestINT giveaway is this lovely quote I found on FB from History Boys which I absolutely adored watching. I have yet to get to the book, sadly.

I borrowed this off the Gram because it's so accurate!! 😍🤗

(Anyone know what movie this is from?)

I‘ve had this quote written down for a long time and only just discovered it comes from this play. I loved the movie and now I really need to read it too!

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#day7 #feistyfeb #alltheworldsastage I love Alan Bennett, and 'The History Boys' play (and movie) are a favorite.... 💕📚

The precocious little brats in this did nothing to dispel my worst and most unfair prejudices about people who go to Oxford. Very entertaining though. #ReadHarder

#ReadHarder challenge 22: a play

This is a wonderful play. It is very well written and it raises important questions about education and what it's for. Is education supposed to give kids a love for learning or is it just about getting a degree? The play is full of clever dialogue and characters who are loveable despite their flaws.