Tom Slade in the north woods by Percy Keese Fitzhugh

"Tom Slade in the North Woods" by Percy Keese Fitzhugh is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the spirited character Tom Slade, who is a young scout with a rugged charm, known for his heroism and adventurous spirit. This book promises a blend of outdoor escapades, camaraderie among scouts, and an underlying mystery connected to the haunting past of a former camp. The opening of the book introduces Tom Slade's return to his suburban town after a summer spent at Temple Camp in the mountains, hinting at the transition from summer adventures to autumn's cozy familiarity. The narrator shares a fond familiarity with Tom, who is depicted as a local celebrity with an unconventional style. As the story unfolds, it teases the reader with elements of Tom’s heroism and hints of a tragic incident that took place at a nearby camp, particularly surrounding the mysterious death of a wealthy man's son. The narrative sets a tone of nostalgia and adventure as Tom prepares to embark on new endeavors, including the transformation of the desolate Leatherstocking Camp into a training ground for scoutmasters, while also alluding to the tragic past that looms in the shadows. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Fitzhugh, Percy Keese, 1876-1950
Illustrator Hastings, Howard L. (Howard Livingston), 1887-1955
Title Tom Slade in the north woods
Original Publication New York: Grosset & Dunlap, 1927.
Note Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Camping -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Boy Scouts of America -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Mystery fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 72204
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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