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Boy Scouts in the North Sea; Or, the Mystery of "U-13": Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Boy Scouts in the North Sea; Or, the Mystery of "U-13": author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Boy Scouts in the North Sea; Or, the Mystery of "U-13" is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Ralphson, G. Harvey (George Harvey) (1879–1940).

Catalogue synopsis

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"Boy Scouts in the North Sea; Or, the Mystery of 'U-13'" by G. Harvey Ralphson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a group of young American Boy Scouts who find themselves caught in the midst of war while trying to return home. Led by Ned Nestor and accompanied by his friends Jimmie McGraw, Jack Bosworth, and Harry Stevens, they become embroiled in an intriguing adventure involving espionage, a mysterious package connected to a German submarine known as "U-13," and unexpected dangers across the waters of Europe. At the start of the novel, the boys are traveling through a flooded region as they make their way back from an earlier mission in Belgium. As they board a train to Holland, they are subjected to a search by soldiers who discover a mysterious package in their belongings bearing the mark "U-13." Just as they are about to be interrogated, the package is stolen right before their eyes, immensely heightening their curiosity and sense of danger. Following the commotion, they meet a new companion named Robert Mackinder but soon find themselves pursued for the package and have to navigate a network of intrigue that includes their past encounters with the enigmatic figure trying to claim the package. The opening sets the stage for a thrilling series of events, as the boys encounter challenges that test their resourcefulness and camaraderie.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Boy Scouts in the North Sea; Or, the Mystery of "U-13"
  • Author credits: Ralphson, G. Harvey (George Harvey) (1879–1940)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Boy Scouts of America -- Juvenile fiction
  • Submarines (Ships) -- Juvenile fiction
  • World War, 1914-1918 -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Adventure
  • Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
  • Category: Novels

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