Gunpowder Treason and Plot, and Other Stories for Boys: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Gunpowder Treason and Plot, and Other Stories for Boys: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Gunpowder Treason and Plot, and Other Stories for Boys is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Avery, Harold (1867–1943); Townshend, R. B. (Richard Baxter) (1846–1923); Whishaw, Frederick (1854–1934).
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"Gunpowder Treason and Plot" by Harold Avery et al. is a collection of stories for boys written in the early 20th century. The stories delve into thrilling adventures and moral lessons, with young characters often facing challenges that test their bravery and integrity. This collection intertwines fiction with historical elements, promising a journey of excitement set against various backdrops, including naval adventures and wild animal encounters. At the start of the first tale, we are introduced to Old Dan Mudge, a fisherman who unexpectedly rescues two abandoned twin boys floating in a makeshift raft. The boys, identified as Noel and Granby, exhibit a stark contrast in their dispositions as they grow. The narrative captures their early years, focusing on a rift that develops between them after a dispute during a school race. This conflict sets the stage for their journey of rivalry and reconciliation as they mature into midshipmen, showcasing the themes of brotherhood, honor, and the struggles of growing up. The opening portion hooks readers with the promise of adventure and deeper explorations of their characters' challenges.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Gunpowder Treason and Plot, and Other Stories for Boys
- Author credits: Avery, Harold (1867–1943); Townshend, R. B. (Richard Baxter) (1846–1923); Whishaw, Frederick (1854–1934)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
- Children's stories
- Schools -- England -- Juvenile fiction
- Short stories
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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