The Mystery at Putnam Hall: The School Chums' Strange Discovery: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Mystery at Putnam Hall: The School Chums' Strange Discovery is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Stratemeyer, Edward (1862–1930).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Mystery at Putnam Hall: The School Chums' Strange Discovery" by Stratemeyer is a children’s adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around a group of young cadets at a military school, particularly focusing on the friendship and camaraderie of Major Jack Ruddy and his friends, including Pepper Ditmore and Andy Snow, as they navigate various challenges, rivalries, and mysteries in their school life. The opening of the narrative introduces the return of Jack and Pepper to Putnam Hall, where they encounter their old adversary, Reff Ritter, igniting the tension that unfolds through their interactions. As they arrive, a series of events set the stage for drama and conflict, including a fight that breaks out with Ritter and his cronies, along with an unexpected runaway incident involving a horse. Moreover, the narrative establishes the atmosphere of youthful adventure and mischief that permeates their school life while hinting at a deeper mystery that needs solving, engaging readers with a mix of friendship, rivalry, and school adventures.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Mystery at Putnam Hall: The School Chums' Strange Discovery
- Author credits: Stratemeyer, Edward (1862–1930)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Schools -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- School Stories
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