The Boy Scout Aviators by George Durston
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| Author | Durston, George |
|---|---|
| Title | The Boy Scout Aviators |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Sean Pobuda |
| Summary | "The Boy Scout Aviators" by George Durston is a novel written during the early 20th century, likely in the build-up to World War I. The story centers around Harry Fleming, an American scout living in England, and his friend Dick Mercer. Together, they navigate the rising tensions in Europe and the character-building challenges of the Boy Scout movement, all while preparing for the possibility of war and engaging in daring adventures that test their resourcefulness and courage. The opening of the novel introduces us to Harry and Dick engaged in a lively discussion about cultural differences between Americans and Brits, revealing their camaraderie and the spirit of adventure that defines the Boy Scout ethos. As they ponder the likelihood of an impending war, they are joined by their scoutmaster, Mr. Grenfel, who explains the importance of being prepared for possible conflict. The boys soon learn of Germany's threat against Russia, setting the stage for a narrative filled with espionage, mystery, and friendship as Harry and Dick are thrust into roles of significant responsibility amidst the looming specter of war. The opening chapters effectively set the tone for a blend of camaraderie, patriotism, and youthful bravery against a backdrop of historical turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Spy stories |
| Subject | Boy Scouts -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Air pilots -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Aeronautics -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- Great Britain -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5707 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 14, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 57 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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