Phaeton Rogers: A Novel of Boy Life: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
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Phaeton Rogers: A Novel of Boy Life is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Johnson, Rossiter (1840–1931).
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"Phaeton Rogers: A Novel of Boy Life" by Rossiter Johnson is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the lively exploits of Phaeton Rogers, a spirited boy who seems to attract adventure wherever he goes. In this coming-of-age tale, the narrative captures the essence of childhood as Phaeton and his friends navigate various escapades and inventions, revealing their personalities and the charm of boyhood. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Phaeton's character through a delightful morning ride with his friends. The opening chapter details their attempts to manage a horse named Dobbin, leading to various amusing mishaps that showcase Phaeton's adventurous spirit and ingenuity. As they embark on a journey to take the horse to pasture, the boys face comical challenges, including encounters with the town's dogs and navigating a canal. This humorous and nostalgic tone sets the stage for Phaeton's exploration of the world, interspersed with imaginative inventions and meaningful friendships that define his boyhood experiences.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Phaeton Rogers: A Novel of Boy Life
- Author credits: Johnson, Rossiter (1840–1931)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Aunts -- Juvenile fiction
- Balloons -- Juvenile fiction
- Boys -- Juvenile fiction
- Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
- Local transit -- Juvenile fiction
- Poetry -- Juvenile fiction
- Police -- Juvenile fiction
- Printing -- Juvenile fiction
- Rochester (N.Y.) -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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