
When the United States declares war on Germany, the Cook household buzzes with patriotic fervor. Father, mother, and three children debate enlistment around the dinner table, while the youngest son, Bob, watches his older brother Harold prepare for a commission he can’t yet obtain. Bob’s fierce desire to serve his country collides with his age, leaving him restless and determined to find another way to help.
Instead of waiting for a uniform, Bob turns his attention to the town’s everyday life, where whispers of secret activity begin to surface. A chance encounter with a mysterious newcomer sets him on a path that reveals a hidden network of German agents operating right under the town’s nose. Together with his friends, Bob uses his youthful curiosity and courage to uncover clues, proving that even those too young for the front lines can play a vital role in defending the nation.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (255K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2006-02-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1888
Best known for brisk historical adventures for younger readers, this early-20th-century writer brought American frontier conflicts and World War I-era patriotism into fast-moving fiction. His books often turn big moments in history into accessible stories of action, loyalty, and courage.
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