The Boy Patrol on Guard by Edward Sylvester Ellis
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"The Boy Patrol on Guard" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on Mike Murphy, a spirited seventeen-year-old Irish boy who embarks on a journey to join his friends as a tenderfoot in the Boy Scouts. This tale promises themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the exploration of nature, appealing to readers who enjoy tales of youthful adventure and camaraderie. The beginning
of the novel introduces Mike Murphy, who awakens to find himself lost in the woods of southern Maine on his way to join the Boy Scouts. Despite his jovial nature and eagerness to embrace this new chapter, Mike faces challenges navigating through the woods without a clear path or guidance. After realizing he has been walking in circles, he encounters an elderly man named Uncle Elk, who not only helps him find his way but offers to teach him the skills necessary to succeed as a Boy Scout. This sets up an engaging narrative that weaves together elements of personal growth, the value of mentorship, and the charm of outdoor life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ellis, Edward Sylvester, 1840-1916 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Prittie, Edwin John, 1879-1963 |
| Title | The Boy Patrol on Guard |
| Credits | Produced by Roger Frank and Sue Clark |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Boy Scouts -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Maine -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43079 |
| Release Date | Jul 2, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 464 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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