The Junior Trophy: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Junior Trophy is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Barbour, Ralph Henry (1870–1944).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Junior Trophy" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a coming-of-age novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Bert Bryant, a new junior student at Mt. Pleasant Academy, as he navigates the challenges of school life, friendships, and the often harsh realities of class dynamics among students. The book likely explores themes of independence, camaraderie, and the spirit of competition, especially among schoolboys. At the start of the narrative, Bert arrives at Mt. Pleasant Academy after a delayed train journey, feeling both excitement and trepidation. He soon meets a fellow student, Nan Merton, who introduces him to the academy and its social hierarchy. As Bert settles in, he faces initial hostility from his room-mate, Benson Holden, leading him to assert his independence in unexpected ways. The opening chapters hint at the evolving dynamics between Bert and his peers, setting the stage for camaraderie, rebellion, and the spirit of competition that will likely unfold in the battles for social standing and athletic prowess within the school.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Junior Trophy
- Author credits: Barbour, Ralph Henry (1870–1944)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Baseball stories
- Boarding schools -- Juvenile fiction
- Teenage boys -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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