Right End Emerson: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Right End Emerson is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Barbour, Ralph Henry (1870–1944).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Right End Emerson" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a young adult novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Russell Emerson, a student at Alton Academy, who embarks on an entrepreneurial journey with his roommate, Stick Patterson, as they open a sporting goods store called "The Sign of the Football." The book explores themes of ambition, friendship, and the challenges of balancing academics with business during their formative school years. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to Russell and his friends as they travel to Pine Harbor, where they encounter the first hints of their respective personalities and social dynamics. After a brief stay at a hotel where Russell works as a waiter, the focus shifts to the opening scenes at Alton Academy, highlighting the energetic atmosphere of the school and its football culture. Russell’s determination to establish a business despite financial constraints and the expectation of his peers sets the stage for the challenges that follow as he attempts to gain recognition and success in both athletics and his entrepreneurial venture, thus laying the groundwork for the narrative to develop around his experiences throughout the academic year.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Right End Emerson
- Author credits: Barbour, Ralph Henry (1870–1944)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Football -- Juvenile fiction
- Schools -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Category: Sports/Hobbies
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