Harry Castlemon (1842–1915)
Auteur van Frank on the Prairie
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Fotografie: Sherman Collection of the Patterson Library, Westfield, New York, via Wikipedia
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Werken van Harry Castlemon
The Missing Pocket-Book; Or, Tom Mason's Luck 3 exemplaren
The Mail Carrier #3 (Boy Trapper Series) 3 exemplaren
Frank Nelson in the forecastle ;: Or, The sportsman's club among the whalers (Frank Nelson series) (2016) 3 exemplaren
The Young Game Warden 3 exemplaren
The Rod and Gun Club 2 exemplaren
The Sportsman's Club in the Saddle 2 exemplaren
Boy Volunteers with the Submarine Fleet 2 exemplaren
Peter and Polly in Winter 2 exemplaren
The White Beaver 2 exemplaren
Winged Arrow's Medicine 2 exemplaren
The steel horse : or the rambles of a bicycle 1 exemplaar
A TEN TON CUTTER 1 exemplaar
White Horse Fred, or, Julian Among the Outlaws 1 exemplaar
Winged Arrow's Medicine 1 exemplaar
Snowed up, or, The Sportsman's Club in the mountains / by Harry Castlemon, author of the Gunboat series,… 1 exemplaar
Our Fellows : Skirmishes with the Swamp Dragoons 1 exemplaar
Snagged and sunk 1 exemplaar
Rodney the Partisan 1 exemplaar
Rodney, the Overseer 1 exemplaar
The pony express rider 1 exemplaar
No moss, or, The career of a rolling stone 1 exemplaar
The house-boat boys 1 exemplaar
Floating Treasure 1 exemplaar
The buried treasure, or, Old Jordan's "haunt" 1 exemplaar
George at the Wheel; Or, Life in the Pilot-House 1 exemplaar
George in Camp; or, Life on the Plains 1 exemplaar
Go-Ahead; Or, The Fisher-Boy's Motto 1 exemplaar
Rocky Mountain Series 1 exemplaar
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- 80
- Leden
- 348
- Populariteit
- #68,679
- Waardering
- 3.1
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- 2
- ISBNs
- 217
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Set in South Africa during the late 19th century, the story revolves around Frank Nelson and his friends, who form the Sportsman's Club. Eager for adventure and exploration, the boys find themselves caught up in the conflict between the Boers and the British forces. They become entangled in a dangerous mission to help their country and aid the Boer farmers who are fighting for their independence.
As the story unfolds, the boys face numerous challenges, including treacherous landscapes, encounters with hostile forces, and the need to rely on their wits and bravery to survive. Along the way, they learn important lessons about courage, friendship, and the realities of war.
Castlemon's book combines elements of adventure, patriotism, and coming-of-age themes, offering young readers an exciting tale of camaraderie and determination in the face of adversity. The story also provides a historical context, shedding light on the Boer War and its impact on the people and landscapes of South Africa.
"The Boy Traders: Or, the Sportsman's Club Among the Boers" showcases Castlemon's knack for creating relatable characters and engaging narratives that capture the imaginations of young readers. It serves as both an entertaining adventure story and an educational window into an important historical period.… (meer)