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2015-02-13
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Carter, Herbert, active 1909-1917
The Boy Scouts Down in Dixie; or, The Strange Secret of Alligator Swamp
Reading ease score: 71.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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"The Boy Scouts Down in Dixie; or, The Strange Secret of Alligator Swamp" by Herbert Carter is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the escapades of a group of Boy Scouts, particularly focusing on Thad Brewster and his patrol members as they embark on a journey into the mysterious Alligator Swamp in Southern Louisiana. Their adventure is primarily motivated by a quest to uncover the fate of Thad’s long-lost sister, which intertwines elements of mystery, camaraderie, and personal growth. At the start of the story, the Silver Fox Patrol of Boy Scouts is introduced while they are enjoying a lunch break in a remote area of Louisiana. The narrative quickly delves into the boys' spirited dynamic, highlighting their personalities through playful banter. As they prepare to venture deeper into the swamp, they discuss their adventure's purpose, which is to investigate sightings of a man named Felix Jasper, linked to Thad's sister's mysterious disappearance. The opening sets the stage for an adventurous journey filled with exploration and danger as the patrol battles the elements of nature and the eerie atmosphere of the swamp, all while strengthening their bonds as friends and scouts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Boy Scouts -- Juvenile fiction
Louisiana -- Juvenile fiction
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