The Rival Campers Afloat; or, The Prize Yacht Viking by Ruel Perley Smith
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"The Rival Campers Afloat; or, The Prize Yacht Viking" by Ruel Perley Smith is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows two young boys, Jack Harvey and Henry Burns, who are sailing aboard a yacht named the Viking as they embark on adventures that unfold during their summer. Themes of friendship, excitement, and the challenges of sailing permeate the narrative, as the boys navigate both the waters and
the complexities introduced by other characters. The opening of the book sets a picturesque scene on the Samoset River, illustrating the lively atmosphere of the waterway filled with various vessels and youthful energy. Jack and Henry are introduced as they operate their newly acquired yacht, the Viking, showcasing their enthusiasm and hints at their past experiences and adventures with the old boat, the Surprise. As they cruise down the river, they encounter a mysterious stranger, Charles Carleton, who unexpectedly joins them, leading to intrigue and foreshadowing the challenges that lie ahead. With a mix of sailing knowledge and youthful bravado, the boys’ narrative begins with promises of adventure and competition, setting the tone for the ensuing saga. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Smith, Ruel Perley, 1869-1937 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Gowing, Louis D. |
| Title | The Rival Campers Afloat; or, The Prize Yacht Viking |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Rod Crawford, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Boats and boating -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40547 |
| Release Date | Aug 20, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 505 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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