Frank and Andy Afloat; Or, The Cave on the Island by Vance Barnum
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"Frank and Andy Afloat; Or, The Cave on the Island" by Vance Barnum is an adventure novel aimed at children and young readers, likely written in the early 20th century. The story follows two brothers, Frank and Andy Racer, who embark on a series of thrilling escapades while spending their summer in a coastal fishing village. The opening chapters introduce their playful nature and sibling rivalry, setting the stage for exciting adventures
that include a dramatic encounter with a whale and the mysterious rescue of a boy named Paul. The beginning of the book depicts Frank and Andy engaged in a competitive rowing race, showcasing their dynamic personalities—Frank being the more serious and determined elder, while Andy is playful and impulsive. Their playful banter is interrupted when they spot a whale approaching, resulting in a thrilling and dangerous incident that leaves Andy's skiff damaged. As they try to navigate the aftermath, they discover a wrecked motorboat and ultimately rescue a boy named Paul from the stormy waters. The boys are now faced with the mystery of Paul's identity and the promise of more adventures as they decide to uncover the truth behind their exciting summer circumstances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Barnum, Vance |
|---|---|
| Title | Frank and Andy Afloat; Or, The Cave on the Island |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 93.1 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Boats and boating -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19601 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-19601-5 |
| Release Date | Oct 21, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 485 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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