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Title: Four Afloat: Being the Adventures of the Big Four on the Water
Note: Reading ease score: 83.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed
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Summary: "Four Afloat: Being the Adventures of the Big Four on the Water" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a fictional adventure novel written in the early 20th century. Set during a summer cruise, the story follows the escapades of four boys—Bob, Nelson, Dan, and Tom—and their dog, Barry, aboard a gasoline launch called the "Vagabond". The narrative likely emphasizes themes of friendship, adventure, and the thrill of exploration, as the boys navigate the waters and engage in various outdoor activities. The opening of the book introduces the four protagonists standing on a wharf, eagerly gazing at their launch, the "Vagabond", detailed with its shiny brass and freshly painted hull. Each boy's personality begins to shine through their playful banter, showcasing their camaraderie as they prepare for their big summer adventure. As they board the boat and explore its features, the dynamic between them is established, hinting at both exciting escapades and lighthearted conflicts that will arise on their journey. The chapter sets a light and engaging tone, drawing readers into the adventures that await them on the water. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Barbour, Ralph Henry, 1870-1944
EBook No.: 37021
Published: Aug 10, 2011
Downloads: 67
Language: English
Subject: Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Boats and boating -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Four Afloat: Being the Adventures of the Big Four on the Water
Note: Reading ease score: 83.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Four Afloat: Being the Adventures of the Big Four on the Water" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a fictional adventure novel written in the early 20th century. Set during a summer cruise, the story follows the escapades of four boys—Bob, Nelson, Dan, and Tom—and their dog, Barry, aboard a gasoline launch called the "Vagabond". The narrative likely emphasizes themes of friendship, adventure, and the thrill of exploration, as the boys navigate the waters and engage in various outdoor activities. The opening of the book introduces the four protagonists standing on a wharf, eagerly gazing at their launch, the "Vagabond", detailed with its shiny brass and freshly painted hull. Each boy's personality begins to shine through their playful banter, showcasing their camaraderie as they prepare for their big summer adventure. As they board the boat and explore its features, the dynamic between them is established, hinting at both exciting escapades and lighthearted conflicts that will arise on their journey. The chapter sets a light and engaging tone, drawing readers into the adventures that await them on the water. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Barbour, Ralph Henry, 1870-1944
EBook No.: 37021
Published: Aug 10, 2011
Downloads: 67
Language: English
Subject: Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Boats and boating -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.