Endurance Test; or, How Clear Grit Won the Day by Captain Alan Douglas
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"Endurance Test; or, How Clear Grit Won the Day" by Captain Alan Douglas is a children's adventure story focused on the Boy Scouts, likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows a group of scouts, including characters like Elmer Chenowith and the new recruit Adam Limburger, as they navigate various outdoor activities and challenges. The book captures themes of teamwork, skill development, and the spirit of adventure inherent in scouting.
At the start of the story, the Hickory Ridge Boy Scouts are engaged in a swimming activity where the timid Adam is encouraged to jump off a diving board. To everyone's surprise, he executes a flawless dive, showcasing talent that earns him the respect of his fellow scouts. The scene sets a lighthearted tone as Elmer and his friends adjust to their new companion, who quickly proves to be much more capable than initially thought. The opening hints at the camaraderie, mischief, and upcoming adventures the boys will face during their camping excursion. The narrative style blends humor and excitement, promising an engaging tale that reflects the values of scouting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Douglas, Alan, Captain |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Caswell, Edward C., 1879-1963 |
| Title | Endurance Test; or, How Clear Grit Won the Day |
| Series Title | The Hickory Ridge Boy Scouts. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Stephen Hutcheson, Rod Crawford, Dave Morgan, Emmy, |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Boy Scouts of America -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38305 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-38305-7 |
| Release Date | Dec 14, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 527 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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