All Aboard; or, Life on the Lake: A Sequel to "The Boat Club": Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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All Aboard; or, Life on the Lake: A Sequel to "The Boat Club" is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Optic, Oliver (1822–1897).
Catalogue synopsis
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"All Aboard; or, Life on the Lake" by Oliver Optic is a fictional novel likely written in the mid-19th century. This book serves as a sequel to "The Boat Club," continuing the adventures of the boys at Wood Lake, now focusing on Charles Hardy rather than Tony Weston, the central figure from the previous story. The narrative is centered around the importance of good morals and character development through the experiences of youth involved in boating and club activities. The opening of the book sets the stage for a new season at Wood Lake, emphasizing the organization and dynamics of the boys' club. Frank Sedley, the protagonist, becomes the coxswain and is faced with the challenges of leadership, especially concerning the inclusion of a new member, Tim Bunker, who has a troubled past. As the club prepares for the season, Frank introduces a sense of responsibility and teamwork among his peers while navigating the lessons of friendship, competition, and integrity, setting a tone of camaraderie and the significance of moral choices throughout the boys' adventures on the lake.
Book and edition facts
- Title: All Aboard; or, Life on the Lake: A Sequel to "The Boat Club"
- Author credits: Optic, Oliver (1822–1897)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boats and boating -- Juvenile fiction
- Boys -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Rowing clubs -- Juvenile fiction
- Truthfulness and falsehood -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Children's Fiction
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