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With The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, the school mistress, Jean Brodie, became a hit among readers of post-war fiction. Her unconventional and freethinking ways drew many girls at Marcia Blaine towards her. The girls would soon find themselves on a world full of games for adults that they will never forget. Summary of the Book This is the story that revolves around a young teacher who is known for her glamorous, charming and unusual ways. Six of her students take a dangerous liking to her personality and teachings. As soon as these girls are assigned to Miss Brodie, she mentors them to become an exclusive group called the Brodie Set. About Muriel Spark Muriel Spark was an award-winning novelist of Scottish descent. She made it to the list of the 50 greatest British writers since 1945 by The Times newspaper. She began writing seriously after the war and started with poetry and literary criticism.