| Author |
Ralphson, G. Harvey (George Harvey), 1879-1940 |
| Title |
Boy Scouts on Hudson Bay; Or, The Disappearing Fleet
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Boy Scouts on Hudson Bay; Or, The Disappearing Fleet" by G. Harvey Ralphson is a novel written in the early 20th century. This adventure story follows a group of five young Boy Scouts—Ned, Jimmy, Jack, Frank, and Teddy—who venture far into the wilderness of Northern Canada with the goal of exploring the mysterious Hudson Bay region while investigating claims of a potentially rich copper mine. As they navigate through rugged terrains and face various challenges, including encounters with wildlife and mysterious figures, the boys demonstrate camaraderie, ingenuity, and the spirit of adventure. The opening of the story introduces the five protagonists as they set up camp after a long day's journey through the wilderness. They are characterized by their distinct personalities and backgrounds, with Ned serving as the leader, supported by his spirited friends. Each boy contributes to the group's dynamic, and their camaraderie is evident through their playful banter. As they settle in for the night, they are unexpectedly charged by a bull moose, leading to a comical but intense moment. The narrative context not only establishes their journey's challenges but also hints at a greater mystery surrounding the region, particularly with the mention of a "disappearing fleet," setting the stage for an engaging adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Canada -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Boy Scouts of America -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Hudson Bay -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22674 |
| Release Date |
Sep 19, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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