Name: Mohsin Cheema

Roll No.: 19102001-060

Section: Blue

Degree: BBA

Title of Book: Good bye Mr. Chips

Author’s Name of Book James Hilton

Introduction of Book
James Hilton's novel, Good-bye Mr. Chips, is a sentimental tale about a popular
schoolteacher at Brookfield, an English boy’s school. Nearly the entire story takes
place in the form of reminiscence as old Mr. Chips sits happily in his rocking
chair before a roaring fire one November night.

Summary of Book
Mr. Chips joined Brookfield of a young age of 22 years. Not a good disciplinarian,
Mr. Chips was menaced as a young teacher of Greek and Latin by a student named
Colley.

He made the boy write 100 lines, and the boy did not bother him afterward and
went on to be an alderman in London. Mr. Chips later taught Colley's son and
grandson. Though Chips had ambitions to be a headmaster, he realized that he was
better as a teacher.

In middle age, he married a young woman named Katherine Bridges, who later
died giving birth to his child, who also died. She nonetheless inspired him with her
vivacious spirit, and he began to become endeared to the boys he taught as he
showed a greater sense of humor.

He briefly became acting head of the school and had a number of his students fight
in World War I. When he retired, he moved across the street from the school but
returned to teach during World War II. He recalls many of his students, and their
names come to him as he dies.

Conclusion of Book
Mr. Chip's story is an inspiration to new teachers.

From Mr. Chips we get the lesson to be hard-working and efficient with our work.

He always considered his work as passion not profession.

In the difficult times of World War 1 he wasn’t afraid other than that he teaches his
students and completes his duty as a teacher.

This novel is a very touching story about a rather shy and fade schoolmaster who
wins the affection and loyalty of his pupils.

He was a hospitable person after his retirement. He serves his guests with walnut
cake and tea.