
In the sleepy town of Lakeville, a red‑haired newcomer makes his first impression by rescuing a kitten perched high on a tree while a local girl, Molly, struggles with a tangled foot. His clever use of a shoe‑lace and a daring, if reckless, plan to launch a slipper shows both his ingenuity and his willingness to jump into action, even when the odds seem absurd. The encounter sparks a fast‑moving friendship that quickly pulls him into the rhythm of small‑town life.
The boy soon finds his place among the Black Eagle Patrol, the high‑school Boy Scouts who blend competition, camaraderie, and a dash of mischief. From relay races and school elections to impromptu picnics and midnight fire alarms, each chapter follows the group as they tackle everyday hurdles and learn the value of teamwork. Along the way, new alliances form, rivalries surface, and the town’s quirks become the backdrop for a series of lively, heartfelt adventures.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (379K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2014-05-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1882
Best known for brisk early-20th-century adventure stories and practical advice for aspiring writers, this American author also brought a journalist’s eye to school, sports, and Boy Scout fiction. His books have survived through libraries, archives, and public-domain editions, giving modern readers an easy way into a lively slice of their era.
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