The Century World's Fair Book for Boys and Girls: Being the Adventures of Harry and Philip with Their Tutor, Mr. Douglass, at the World's Columbian Exposition: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Century World's Fair Book for Boys and Girls: Being the Adventures of Harry and Philip with Their Tutor, Mr. Douglass, at the World's Columbian Exposition: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Century World's Fair Book for Boys and Girls: Being the Adventures of Harry and Philip with Their Tutor, Mr. Douglass, at the World's Columbian Exposition is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Jenks, Tudor (1857–1922).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Century World's Fair Book for Boys and Girls" by Tudor Jenks is a children's adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows two boys, Harry and Philip, along with their tutor, Mr. Douglass, as they embark on a journey to the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. The book captures their experiences and discoveries at the fair, emphasizing themes of curiosity, learning, and exploration. At the start of the narrative, Harry receives exciting news through a cable from his father, instructing him and Philip to attend the fair in Chicago at his expense. They enthusiastically prepare for their journey, assisted by Mr. Douglass, who supports their adventure as an enriching educational experience. The opening chapter sets the stage for their impending travels, showcasing their contrasting personalities and eagerness to explore the wonders of the exposition. Through witty dialogue and vivid descriptions, the boys' excitement and anticipation paint a lively picture of the time, as they prepare to embark on a memorable adventure.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Century World's Fair Book for Boys and Girls: Being the Adventures of Harry and Philip with Their Tutor, Mr. Douglass, at the World's Columbian Exposition
- Author credits: Jenks, Tudor (1857–1922)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Artists -- Juvenile fiction
- Chicago (Ill.) -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Cousins -- Juvenile fiction
- Exhibitions -- Juvenile fiction
- National characteristics -- Juvenile fiction
- Photographers -- Juvenile fiction
- Tutors and tutoring -- Juvenile fiction
- World's Columbian Exposition (1893 : Chicago, Ill.)
- World's Columbian Exposition (1893 : Chicago, Ill.) -- Juvenile fiction
- Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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