Harper's Round Table, July 9, 1895

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Harper's Round Table, July 9, 1895" by Various is a collection of children's stories and articles published during the late 19th century. The content featured in this issue covers a range of topics, focusing on themes of adventure, youthful camaraderie, and imaginative exploits, particularly through the eyes of children involved in ambitious schemes and military play. The opening of the round table introduces the Raleigh Reds, a group of boys led by the enthusiastic Tommy who is determined to instill a sense of military discipline among his recruits. As they engage in drills and fantasize about grand escapades, they devise a plan to guard a historic cannon against older boys who intend to steal it. Their excitement culminates in a hilariously chaotic attempt to reclaim the cannon that is both comedic and adventurous, placing them in over-the-top predicaments and showcasing their youthful bravery and imagination. The tone is lighthearted, with the boys' antics serving as a light-hearted reflection on the spirited nature of childhood camaraderie. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Annie McGuire

Notes:

Reading ease score: 79.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2010-07-02