A Young Hero; Or, Fighting to Win: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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A Young Hero; Or, Fighting to Win is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Ellis, Edward Sylvester (1840–1916).
Catalogue synopsis
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"A Young Hero; Or, Fighting to Win" by Edward Sylvester Ellis is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Fred Sheldon, who displays courage and a sense of justice as he navigates childhood conflicts and a larger adventure involving theft. The opening chapters introduce us to Fred's character as a peacemaker among his peers and as someone who values friendship and fairness. At the start of the novel, excitement builds around a schoolyard fight between two boys, Sammy McClay and Joe Hunt, which is interrupted by Fred, who steps in as a peacemaker. After this skirmish, the narrative shifts to highlight the upcoming circus, which captures the attention of the children. Later, Fred overhears a suspicious conversation with a mysterious stranger who asks about the old Misses Perkinpine's home. Concerned for their safety, Fred decides to spend the night at the Misses Perkinpine's house, eventually thwarting a robbery during which he takes on the role of protector. The opening establishes Fred as a courageous and resourceful hero, as he prepares to defend the elderly sisters and their valuables against potential threats.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A Young Hero; Or, Fighting to Win
- Author credits: Ellis, Edward Sylvester (1840–1916)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Animals -- Juvenile fiction
- Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Circus -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Courage -- Juvenile fiction
- Hares -- Juvenile fiction
- Hunters -- Juvenile fiction
- Kindness -- Juvenile fiction
- Students -- Juvenile fiction
- Teachers -- Juvenile fiction
- Theft -- Juvenile fiction
- Twins -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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