Boy Scouts on a Long Hike; Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps by Fletcher
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| Author | Fletcher, Archibald Lee |
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| Title | Boy Scouts on a Long Hike; Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Boy Scouts on a Long Hike; Or, To the Rescue in the Black Water Swamps" by Archibald Lee Fletcher is an adventurous children’s novel written in the early 20th century. The story features a group of Boy Scouts from the Beaver Patrol, led by the enthusiastic Seth Carpenter, as they prepare for an exciting and challenging hundred-mile hike, aiming to prove their skills and earn a trophy. Throughout their journey, the boys engage in various scouting activities and adventures, underscoring the themes of teamwork, resilience, and the spirit of camaraderie. At the start of the book, the scouts are introduced as they excitedly discuss their upcoming long hike, filled with competitive spirit and determination. The opening sets the stage for their personalities, with special attention given to each member's unique skills and roles within the patrol. Their banter is light-hearted, showcasing their camaraderie, but it takes a serious turn when one of the scouts, Noodles, falls over a precipice, leading to a comedic yet tense rescue operation. The incidents not only establish the scouts' characters but also serve to hint at the many challenges and adventures they will confront as they embark on their journey, promising an engaging read filled with excitement for young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Hiking -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Boy Scouts -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Swamps -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18952 |
| Release Date | Jul 31, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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