Rivals for the Team: A Story of School Life and Football: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Rivals for the Team: A Story of School Life and Football is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Barbour, Ralph Henry (1870–1944).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Rivals for the Team: A Story of School Life and Football" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a novel written in the early 20th century. This engaging tale revolves around the lives of boys at a prep school as they navigate the challenges of friendship, competition, and, of course, football. The main characters introduced in the opening portions include Ted Trafford, Bert Winslow, and Nick Blake, who form a trio of friends dealing with the trials of school life while preparing for an upcoming football season. The opening of the narrative sets the scene during the pre-season at Grafton School, where the boys are experiencing the heat of late summer and the anticipation of the school term. Conversations between Ted, Bert, and Nick reveal their camaraderie, playful banter, and excitement for the forthcoming football practices. This section establishes the boys' distinct personalities as they discuss their rooms, practice schedules, and upcoming challenges, including the integration of new classmates like Hugh Ordway, who brings a touch of English decorum into their American school life. As they transition from summer relaxation to the structured life of a boarding school, the foundation is laid for both the competitive spirit of football and the deeper themes of friendship and teamwork that will unfold throughout the story.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Rivals for the Team: A Story of School Life and Football
- Author credits: Barbour, Ralph Henry (1870–1944)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- Boarding schools -- Juvenile fiction
- Football stories
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Category: Sports/Hobbies
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