A Popular Schoolgirl is a lively and cheerful novel by Angela Brazil, a pioneer of the girls’ school story genre. Published in 1920, it follows the spirited adventures of Kathleen, a new student at an English boarding school who quickly wins friends and stirs up excitement. Brazil’s vivid portrayal of school life, with its camaraderie, rivalries, and small dramas, captured the imagination of young readers and helped establish the enduring popularity of the schoolgirl heroine. Her stories celebrate youthful energy, independence, and friendship.
