First Base Faulkner: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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First Base Faulkner is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Mathewson, Christy (1880–1925).
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"First Base Faulkner" by Christy Mathewson is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Joseph "Joe" Faulkner, who moves to Amesville, Ohio, to live with his Aunt Sarah after the death of his father. Joe must navigate the challenges of settling into a new town, attending school, and finding work to support himself while establishing stability for his family's future. The opening of the story introduces Joe Faulkner as he arrives in his new home on a bleak winter morning. Despite feeling disoriented and less than fortunate, Joe holds aspirations for his time in Amesville. He quickly meets his no-nonsense Aunt Sarah, who provides him with a warm welcome, albeit with a touch of sternness. As he begins to adjust, Joe also contemplates his education and future, pondering how to balance school with the need to earn a living. This sets the stage for his journey of personal growth and forming new friendships, as he encounters various challenges in his new life that will shape him along the way.
Book and edition facts
- Title: First Base Faulkner
- Author credits: Mathewson, Christy (1880–1925)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Baseball -- Juvenile fiction
- Baseball stories
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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