| Author |
Allen, Quincy |
| Title |
The Outdoor Chums in the Big Woods; Or, Rival Hunters of Lumber Run
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Roger Frank and Sue Clark
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| Summary |
"The Outdoor Chums in the Big Woods; Or, The Rival Hunters of Lumber Run" by Quincy Allen is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. This story follows four boys—Frank, Bluff, Jerry, and Will—as they embark on an exciting trip to a logging camp in Maine during winter. Their journey is filled with playful rivalries, hunting adventures, and a strong bond of friendship, emphasizing the joys of outdoor life and camaraderie. At the start of the novel, the chums are energized by a snowball fight that spirals into trouble with a bully and results in them being falsely accused of breaking a window. They learn of an unexpected opportunity: a chance to visit a remote logging camp in Maine to assist Will's uncle. As they prepare for their journey, we are introduced to their personalities, outlining Frank as the leader and planner, Bluff as the enthusiastic hunter, Jerry as the supportive friend, and Will with his passion for photography. This opening sets the stage for a tale filled with outdoor exploration and the spirit of adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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| Subject |
Hunting stories
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| Subject |
Maine -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Lumber camps -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
42630 |
| Release Date |
May 2, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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