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From "Tom Brown's School Days" by Hughes, Thomas
Thomas Arnold
The headmaster of Rugby, a wise and influential figure.
Core Belief
"Dr. Arnold believes in the importance of Christian values, duty, and self-improvement. He sees education as a means of shaping young men into responsible and virtuous citizens."
Worldview
Dr. Arnold views the world as a battleground between good and evil. He believes that it is the duty of Christians to fight against injustice and to promote moral and social reform.
Personality
Dr. Arnold is a strong, principled, and deeply religious man. He is committed to fostering moral character and intellectual growth in his students. He is characterized by his fairness, compassion, and unwavering commitment to justice.
In Their Own Words
"You tell the truth, keep a brave and kind heart, and never listen to or say anything you wouldn't have your mother and sister hear, and you'll never feel ashamed to come home, or we to see you."
"I want to speak to you about two boys in your form, East and Brown. I have just been speaking to them. What do you think of them?"
"Well, they are not hard workers, and very thoughtless and full of spirits; but I can't help liking them. I think they are sound, good fellows at the bottom."
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