Statements (95)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
novel
|
| gptkbp:adaptation |
stage play
film adaptations |
| gptkbp:adaptedInto |
film
|
| gptkbp:artMovement |
realism
simple and direct prose |
| gptkbp:associatedWith |
internal conflict
complex relationships among characters mentor-student relationships teacher-student dynamics |
| gptkbp:audience |
young adults
|
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Edward_A._Rand
|
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Merlin
gptkb:Miss_Lottie redemption arc schoolmaster journey of self-discovery the school board the students Mr._Hiram |
| gptkbp:characterDevelopment |
rural community
focuses on personal growth dedicated and compassionate desire to improve education |
| gptkbp:characterTraits |
naivety and idealism
Merlin's_upbringing |
| gptkbp:community_engagement |
evokes empathy for characters
|
| gptkbp:conflict |
man vs. society
teacher-student relationships |
| gptkbp:contains |
humor
drama conflict resolution |
| gptkbp:contributedTo |
American_regionalism
|
| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:United_States
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
positive
mixed reviews |
| gptkbp:cultural_heritage |
considered_a_classic_of_American_literature
|
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced perceptions of teachers
|
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Midwestern_identity
depicts_rural_life_in_Indiana |
| gptkbp:culturalHeritage |
gptkb:post-Civil_War_America
|
| gptkbp:depicts |
social issues
cultural values educational challenges |
| gptkbp:explores |
identity
moral dilemmas community roles |
| gptkbp:features |
historical context
local dialect regional customs |
| gptkbp:followedBy |
The_Hoosier_Schoolmaster's_Daughter
|
| gptkbp:genre |
fiction
|
| gptkbp:hasVersion |
1871 edition
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
captures a pivotal time in education.
|
| gptkbp:historicalContext |
reflects educational reforms
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Hoosier Schoolmaster
|
| gptkbp:illustrator |
gptkb:E._W._Kemble
F._W._H._W. |
| gptkbp:influence |
regionalism in literature
American_literature |
| gptkbp:influenced |
local folklore
subsequent authors local color movement later educational novels |
| gptkbp:influences |
modern educational themes
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
educational reforms
real-life experiences Rand's_own_experiences |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
classic_American_novel
|
| gptkbp:ISBN |
978-1-60381-123-4
|
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:motif |
rural life
education and morality |
| gptkbp:narrativeStyle |
first-person
first-person narrative |
| gptkbp:notableQuote |
"The best schoolmaster is the one who teaches the most by example."
|
| gptkbp:notableWork |
regional literature
|
| gptkbp:officialLanguage |
English
|
| gptkbp:pageCount |
300
|
| gptkbp:plot |
community dynamics
school challenges romantic subplot a young man's experiences as a schoolmaster unexpected challenges in teaching |
| gptkbp:publishedBy |
1871
19th century |
| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:J._B._Lippincott_Company
gptkb:H._M._Caldwell_Company |
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Indiana
19th century |
| gptkbp:style |
realism
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
the schoolhouse
|
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
the school as a symbol of hope
|
| gptkbp:thematicElement |
struggle for knowledge
|
| gptkbp:theme |
education
|