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Right Tackle Todd
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Barbour, Ralph Henry, 1870-1944
- Language:
- English
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource : multiple file formats
- Place of Publication:
- Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
- Summary:
- "Right Tackle Todd" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a novel written in the early 20th century. This story revolves around Jim Todd, a somewhat awkward but well-meaning young man who navigates his way through the trials of high school life, discovering camaraderie and facing personal challenges, particularly related to football. The novel appears to explore themes of individuality, perseverance, and the importance of teamwork. The opening of the novel introduces Clem Harland and his roommate, Martin Gray, as they engage in a lively discussion about the need for diversity among their peers at Alton Academy. Their conversation is interrupted by the arrival of Jim Todd, an enigmatic newcomer who stands out due to his peculiar clothing and mannerisms. As he awkwardly seeks to join the school's football team, we see glimpses of his character, including his lack of confidence in his abilities and his desire to fit in. The scene is set for themes of acceptance and self-discovery, as Todd's journey into the competitive realm of high school football promises to be both challenging and transformative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
- Credits:
- Produced by Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
- Notes:
- Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
- Release date is 2016-11-13
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