The Torch Bearer: A Camp Fire Girls' Story

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The Torch Bearer: A Camp Fire Girls' Story

by I. T. (Ida Treadwell) Thurston

EN·~6 hours·22 chapters

Chapters

22 total
1

E-text prepared by Roger Frank

0:07
2

The Torch Bearer

2:07
3

ILLUSTRATIONS

1:07
4

I. THE CAMP IN THE FOREST

18:13
5

II. INTRODUCING THE PROBLEM

10:32
6

III. THE CAMP COWARD DARES

19:59
7

IV. THE POOR THING

31:21
8

V. WIND AND WEATHER

18:53
9

VI. A WATER CURE

15:54
10

VII. HONOURS WON

14:21

Description

A curious young girl drifts down a shimmering bay, her canoe cutting through golden water as the sunset paints the sky. Drawn by an unfamiliar, melodic call echoing through the forest, she discovers a secluded girls’ camp tucked among pine trees, its white tents and bustling activity promising a world of new experiences. From the moment she steps onto the dock, her excitement is palpable, and she feels both the thrill of adventure and the nervous flutter of entering an unfamiliar community.

Inside the camp, the rhythm of daily life unfolds—beadwork, campfires, and the lively chatter of girls learning to work together. As she watches the campers rally around shared tasks, she begins to sense the deeper values of friendship, responsibility, and the quiet strength that comes from helping one another. The story captures the spirit of youthful curiosity and the bond forged when strangers become a supportive tribe.

Through vivid scenes of forest hikes, teamwork around the fire, and the simple joy of discovery, listeners are invited to share in a heartfelt journey that celebrates the empowerment and camaraderie found in the world of the Camp Fire Girls.

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Language

en

Duration

~6 hours (352K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2007-12-23

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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I. T. (Ida Treadwell) Thurston

1848–1918

Known for earnest, character-driven fiction for young readers, this American author wrote stories that mixed moral purpose with adventure. Her books include tales of city children, reform-minded communities, and early Camp Fire Girls.

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