A Lad of Mettle

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gould, Nat, 1857-1919

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Lad of Mettle" by Nat Gould is a novel written in the late 19th century that focuses on themes of courage, sportsmanship, and personal integrity. The story follows Edgar Foster, a young schoolboy at Redbank School, where sports like cricket play a central role in the boys' lives. As Edgar stands out not only for his athletic abilities but also for his moral courage, he faces the challenges posed by bullies, navigates the school hierarchy, and prepares to make a name for himself. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to Redbank School and its dynamic, where athletic prowess is celebrated and bullies like Raymond Rakes create tension. Edgar, small yet determined, faces Rakes head-on when the bully attempts to intimidate him at the cricket nets. This confrontation marks a significant turning point for Edgar as he gains the respect of his peers through his bravery. Following this initial conflict, the narrative unfolds with Edgar becoming captain of the cricket team, leading the boys through triumphs and challenges while demonstrating the qualities of a true leader both in sports and in life. The opening chapters set the stage for Edgar's journey of self-discovery and the adventures that await him in Australia. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Demian Katz, Craig Kirkwood, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Villanova University Digital Library (https://digital.library.villanova.edu/)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 89.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2021-08-10