The Boat Club; or, The Bunkers of Rippleton: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Boat Club; or, The Bunkers of Rippleton: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Boat Club; or, The Bunkers of Rippleton is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Optic, Oliver (1822–1897).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Boat Club; or, The Bunkers of Rippleton" by Oliver Optic is a novel written in the late 19th century. Targeted primarily at young readers, the narrative centers around themes of friendship, moral decisions, and the joys of outdoor adventures. The story particularly follows Frank Sedley and his friends as they navigate their relationships while engaging in club activities centered around boating on Wood Lake. The beginning of the book introduces us to Frank Sedley and his friend Charles Hardy during the lead-up to the Fourth of July. As they discuss their plans for the celebration, Frank contemplates using their saved money to help a local widow and her children instead of spending it on fireworks and treats. Their decision to support the widow highlights their growing sense of responsibility and compassion. The initial chapters establish the boys' characters, their strong friendship, and their diverse backgrounds, ultimately paving the way for their involvement with the titular boat club and the adventures that await them on the lake.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Boat Club; or, The Bunkers of Rippleton
- Author credits: Optic, Oliver (1822–1897)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boats and boating -- Juvenile fiction
- Boys -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Rowing -- Juvenile fiction
- Theft -- Fiction
- Truthfulness and falsehood -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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