The Boy Scout and Other Stories for Boys by Richard Harding Davis

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Author Davis, Richard Harding, 1864-1916
Title The Boy Scout and Other Stories for Boys
Note Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents The boy scout -- The boy who cried wolf -- Gallegher -- Blood will tell -- The bar sinister.
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Summary "The Boy Scout and Other Stories for Boys" by Richard Harding Davis is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This compilation is designed to engage young readers, particularly boys, by featuring adventurous themes and moral lessons. The title story, "The Boy Scout," centers around a young character, Jimmie Reeder, who embodies the scouting spirit of service and adventure as he heads to a summer encampment. The opening of the collection introduces Jimmie as he prepares for his trip, demonstrating his dedication to the Boy Scout principles as he prioritizes helping his sister before embarking on his journey. We see Jimmie’s determination through his willingness to sacrifice his own comfort and money for an act of kindness, highlighting the story's theme of altruism. As he navigates the challenges of his adventure, including a humorous encounter with a suspicious young man, the narrative captures the mix of youthful ambition and naivety that characterizes his quest. This beginning sets the stage for further tales that, while entertaining, also impart valuable lessons for young readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Fiction
Subject Short stories
Subject Children's stories, American
Category Text
EBook-No. 30953
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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