The Young Surveyor; Or, Jack on the Prairies: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Young Surveyor; Or, Jack on the Prairies: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Young Surveyor; Or, Jack on the Prairies is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Trowbridge, J. T. (John Townsend) (1827–1916).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Young Surveyor; Or, Jack on the Prairies" by J. T. Trowbridge is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows a young land surveyor named Jack as he navigates the challenges of working in the developing prairies of Northern Illinois, from locating section corners to encountering quirky characters in rural America. As he embarks on his journey, readers will likely be drawn into Jack’s adventures, showcasing themes of personal growth, responsibility, and the quirks of frontier life. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Jack, a young surveyor who arrives at the home of Mr. Wiggett, a local landowner, to assist him in finding a lost section corner on his property. The scene is set with a humorous portrayal of rural life, illustrated by Jack's interaction with the old man and his family, which includes a lively dog and children. As Jack begins his work, he demonstrates both enthusiasm and skill in surveying, while facing the challenges of the untamed prairies and the personalities he encounters. This opening lays the groundwork for a story filled with rural charm, adventure, and the everyday trials of a boy stepping into manhood.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Young Surveyor; Or, Jack on the Prairies
- Author credits: Trowbridge, J. T. (John Townsend) (1827–1916)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Country life -- Juvenile fiction
- Surveyors -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
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