Forge of Foxenby: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Forge of Foxenby is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Goodyear, R. A. H. (Robert Arthur Hanson).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Forge of Foxenby" by R. A. H. Goodyear is a fictional novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a group of schoolboys at Foxenby School, focusing on the ambitious captain of the football team, Dick Forge, and his endeavors as he leads his team through intense matches while confronting rivalries, friendships, and the challenges of adolescence. The opening portion introduces the excitement and rivalry surrounding a crucial football match between the Foxenby team and their opponents, St. Cuthbert's. As the match progresses, readers meet key characters, including Forge, the optimistic captain, and his teammates, who are plagued by a series of unfortunate events and difficult competition. The narrative sets the stage for not only the athletic challenges they face but also the interpersonal dynamics and rivalries among the boys, notably the tension between Forge and Luke Harwood, the school's magazine editor. This lively atmosphere is interspersed with humor and camaraderie, immediately immersing the reader in the spirited world of youth and sportsmanship.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Forge of Foxenby
- Author credits: Goodyear, R. A. H. (Robert Arthur Hanson)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boarding schools -- England -- Juvenile fiction
- Rugby football -- Juvenile fiction
- Schoolboys -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
- Category: Sports/Hobbies
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