Tom Slade in the north woods by Percy Keese Fitzhugh
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| Author | Fitzhugh, Percy Keese, 1876-1950 |
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| Illustrator | Hastings, Howard L. (Howard Livingston), 1887-1955 |
| Title | Tom Slade in the north woods |
| Original Publication | New York: Grosset & Dunlap, 1927. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Roger Frank and Sue Clark |
| Summary | "Tom Slade in the North Woods" by Percy Keese Fitzhugh is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the spirited character Tom Slade, who is a young scout with a rugged charm, known for his heroism and adventurous spirit. This book promises a blend of outdoor escapades, camaraderie among scouts, and an underlying mystery connected to the haunting past of a former camp. The opening of the book introduces Tom Slade's return to his suburban town after a summer spent at Temple Camp in the mountains, hinting at the transition from summer adventures to autumn's cozy familiarity. The narrator shares a fond familiarity with Tom, who is depicted as a local celebrity with an unconventional style. As the story unfolds, it teases the reader with elements of Tom’s heroism and hints of a tragic incident that took place at a nearby camp, particularly surrounding the mysterious death of a wealthy man's son. The narrative sets a tone of nostalgia and adventure as Tom prepares to embark on new endeavors, including the transformation of the desolate Leatherstocking Camp into a training ground for scoutmasters, while also alluding to the tragic past that looms in the shadows. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Camping -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Boy Scouts of America -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Mystery fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72204 |
| Release Date | Nov 22, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 54 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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