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The Rover Boys on the Great Lakes; Or, The Secret of the Island Cave: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

The Rover Boys on the Great Lakes; Or, The Secret of the Island Cave: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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The Rover Boys on the Great Lakes; Or, The Secret of the Island Cave is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Stratemeyer, Edward (1862–1930).

Catalogue synopsis

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"The Rover Boys on the Great Lakes; Or, The Secret of the Island Cave" by Edward Stratemeyer is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the Rover brothers—Dick, Tom, and Sam—as they embark on a thrilling summer trip across the Great Lakes, facing challenges and old enemies along the way. At the start of the tale, the Rover boys set off on their vacation aboard their yacht, the "Swallow", but soon find themselves caught in a fierce storm on Lake Erie. The storm results in Dick going overboard, leading his brothers Tom and Sam to fear for his life. As they navigate the tempest, they also face the lurking threat of their longtime adversary, Arnold Baxter, who is determined to exact revenge against the Rovers. The opening chapters establish a gripping atmosphere filled with danger and excitement, promising an engaging adventure for readers who enjoy tales of youthful bravery and camaraderie.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: The Rover Boys on the Great Lakes; Or, The Secret of the Island Cave
  • Author credits: Stratemeyer, Edward (1862–1930)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Brothers -- Juvenile fiction
  • Erie, Lake -- Juvenile fiction
  • Kidnapping -- Juvenile fiction
  • Sailing -- Juvenile fiction
  • Yachts -- Juvenile fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: Adventure
  • Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
  • Children's Book Series

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