Penrod and Sam

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Tarkington, Booth, 1869-1946

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Penrod and Sam" by Booth Tarkington is a fictional novel written during the early 20th century. The book revolves around the lives of two young boys, Penrod Schofield and Sam Williams, as they engage in adventures that reflect the innocence and exuberance of childhood. Through their games, including the imaginative play of "bonded prisoner," the narrative captures the complexities and dynamics of friendship, rivalry, and the societal norms that influence their behavior. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Penrod and Sam, who are passionately involved in an elaborate game involving wooden swords and epic pretend battles. As they navigate their game with various neighborhood boys, their playful conflicts and negotiations reveal a charming yet chaotic glimpse into the realm of youthful imagination. The opening section emphasizes the themes of camaraderie, competition, and the unwritten rules that govern their interactions, setting the stage for the whimsical adventures that are likely to follow as the boys tackle the ups and downs of childhood. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Ken Smidge, and David Widger

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penrod_and_Sam_(novel)

Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 1998-01-01