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Title: The Boy Scouts of Woodcraft Camp
Note: Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Emmy, MFR, Sam W. and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
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(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive). Dedicated, with much affection, to our
friend Emmy, who "fell off the planet" far too soon.
Summary: "The Boy Scouts of Woodcraft Camp" by Thornton W. Burgess is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Walter Upton, a young boy embarking on an adventurous journey to a woodcraft camp, where he aspires to master wilderness skills and grow in character through the teachings of the Boy Scout movement. As he navigates the challenges and experiences of camp life, Walter encounters new friends, engages in playful rivalries, and undertakes personal challenges that test his courage and resilience. The opening of the narrative establishes Walter's excitement and anticipation as he arrives at Upper Chain, where he transitions from the train to the woods. As he meets Big Jim, a seasoned guide, their interaction sets the tone for Walter’s unfolding adventure, demonstrating the importance of practical knowledge over theoretical learning. Within this introduction, we also see hints of conflict, as Walter intervenes in a bully confrontation, showcasing his innate sense of justice. This foreshadowing leads to his initiation into the camp, marking the beginning of his journey to develop both his physical abilities and moral character in a backdrop of camaraderie and exploration in the great outdoors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Burgess, Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo), 1874-1965
Illustrator: Corson, C. S. (Charles Schell), 1882-1921
EBook No.: 54755
Published: May 21, 2017
Downloads: 90
Language: English
Subject: Camps -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Boy Scouts -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Boy Scouts of Woodcraft Camp
Note: Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Emmy, MFR, Sam W. and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive). Dedicated, with much affection, to our
friend Emmy, who "fell off the planet" far too soon.
Summary: "The Boy Scouts of Woodcraft Camp" by Thornton W. Burgess is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Walter Upton, a young boy embarking on an adventurous journey to a woodcraft camp, where he aspires to master wilderness skills and grow in character through the teachings of the Boy Scout movement. As he navigates the challenges and experiences of camp life, Walter encounters new friends, engages in playful rivalries, and undertakes personal challenges that test his courage and resilience. The opening of the narrative establishes Walter's excitement and anticipation as he arrives at Upper Chain, where he transitions from the train to the woods. As he meets Big Jim, a seasoned guide, their interaction sets the tone for Walter’s unfolding adventure, demonstrating the importance of practical knowledge over theoretical learning. Within this introduction, we also see hints of conflict, as Walter intervenes in a bully confrontation, showcasing his innate sense of justice. This foreshadowing leads to his initiation into the camp, marking the beginning of his journey to develop both his physical abilities and moral character in a backdrop of camaraderie and exploration in the great outdoors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Burgess, Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo), 1874-1965
Illustrator: Corson, C. S. (Charles Schell), 1882-1921
EBook No.: 54755
Published: May 21, 2017
Downloads: 90
Language: English
Subject: Camps -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Boy Scouts -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.