The Village Champion by William O. Stoddard
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About this eBook
| Author | Stoddard, William O., 1835-1925 |
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| Illustrator | Hoyt, P. L. |
| Title | The Village Champion |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Village Champion" by William O. Stoddard is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the main character, Barnaby Vernon, a young man who has recently escaped a life of deception and trickery under the influence of his uncle, Major Montague. As Barnaby seeks to carve out a new identity, he embarks on an adventure filled with challenges, self-discovery, and a quest for belonging. The opening of the novel introduces us to Barnaby as he decides to leave behind his old life, asserting his independence from Major Montague. He is determined to learn about his true identity, having just learned his real name. Barnaby's encounter with his uncle reveals a background steeped in mischief and the world of street con artists. His resolve is further solidified after he takes a small black valise, promising to keep it closed for one year as a testament to his desire to move on from his troubled past. The narrative sets the stage for his transition to a new life, hinting at future encounters that will shape his character and ultimate fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Boys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | New England -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Villages -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 56933 |
| Release Date | Apr 6, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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