The Rover Boys Under Canvas; Or, The Mystery of the Wrecked Submarine
"The Rover Boys Under Canvas; Or, The Mystery of the Wrecked Submarine" by Arthur M. Winfield is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. This installment of the beloved "Rover Boys" series follows young boys Jack, Fred, and Andy Rover as they navigate life at Colby Hall military academy and encounter adventures surrounding a wrecked submarine during their summer camp. The story promises a mix of sports, camaraderie, and abit of mystery, drawing in readers who are fans of youthful adventure tales. The opening of the book sets the stage during an exciting baseball game between Colby Hall and Hixley High, showcasing the energy and enthusiasm of both teams. Jack Rover, one of the main characters, is in the spotlight at a crucial moment of the game, when he makes a significant hit that helps level the score. Following the game's conclusion, a series of explosions from an ammunition factory across the lake interrupts the celebration, prompting concern for the nearby boarding school where some of their friends are located. This sequence introduces themes of bravery and friendship while hinting at a looming mystery, as the boys decide to investigate the source of the explosions and the safety of their friends, setting the stage for the adventures that are sure to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stratemeyer, Edward, 1862-1930 |
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| Title | The Rover Boys Under Canvas; Or, The Mystery of the Wrecked Submarine |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Edwards, Jacqueline Jeremy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from scans of public domain material produced by Microsoft for their Live Search Books site.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Schools -- Fiction |
| Subject | Submarines (Ships) -- Fiction |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Military education -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23286 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 28, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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