Raftmates: A Story of the Great River by Kirk Munroe
"Raftmates: A Story of the Great River" by Kirk Munroe is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Winn Caspar, a young boy filled with aspirations, who embarks on a significant adventure aboard a raft named the "Venture" on the mighty Mississippi River. As Winn attempts to navigate life and responsibilities away from his home, he encounters the complexities of leadership and personal growth. The opening
of the novel introduces Winn and his excitement about the raft he helped build, symbolizing his adventure into the wider world. He eagerly awaits the high waters that will allow them to set sail for a journey filled with promise. However, his impatience leads to a series of impulsive decisions, such as attempting to fix the boom holding back logs, which ultimately leads to the raft floating away without him being prepared. As he reflects on his behavior and his relationship with his family, the narrative sets the stage for an exploration of resilience, bravery, and the lessons he will learn throughout his voyage down the river. The themes of growth, responsibility, and adventure permeate the early chapters, inviting readers into a journey both literal and metaphorical. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Munroe, Kirk, 1850-1930 |
|---|---|
| Title | Raftmates: A Story of the Great River |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Mississippi River -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19303 |
| Release Date | Sep 16, 2006 |
| Last Update | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 415 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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