Stalky Co Author:Rudyard Kipling Description from a 1968 edition: — Stalky & Co. portrays the devilish adventures of three rebellious young renegades in an English boarding school and the constant warfare with the teachers and the "establishment." — Nineteenth century England forms the backdrop for the boy's determined and often hilarious struggle to preserve their individuality ... more »against adults who try to break their spirits to promote their own peace of mind.« less