Download or read book Frank Merriwell s Diamond Foes Or Straight Over the Plate written by Burt L. Standish and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-09-20 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.
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Download or read book Dashing Diamond Dick and Other Classic Dime Novels written by Various and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-06-26 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A one-of-a-kind compendium of popular fiction from a bygone era Dime novels, as fundamentally American as baseball and jazz, were an inexpensive and inexhaustible source of popular entertainment for millions of Americans in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The five novels in this unique anthology are classic examples of the form, which encompassed Westerns, early science fiction, detective and mystery yarns, and Revolutionary War historicals. From the handsome gambler "Dashing Diamond Dick" and the daring inventor in "Over the Andes with Frank Reade, Jr., in His New Air-Ship" to the mythic baseball player in "Frank Merriwell's Finish," here are some of the most valiant heroes and notorious rogues in the pantheon. Read together, these novels are fascinating time capsules from a young nation in love with its larger-than-life characters. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
Download or read book Burt L Standish Ultimate Collection 24 Action Thrillers in One Volume Illustrated written by Burt L. Standish and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-06 with total page 5209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the 'Burt L. Standish - Ultimate Collection: 24 Action Thrillers in One Volume (Illustrated)', readers are presented with an electrifying assemblage of action-packed narratives that encapsulate the essence of early 20th-century adventure fiction. This collection showcases a rich tapestry of literary styles, from suspenseful intrigues to high-stakes escapades, all unified under the overarching theme of daring heroics and unrelenting courage. The anthology stands as a testament to the genre's evolution, offering standout pieces that highlight the era's predilection for serialized storytelling, embodied within the thrilling exploits of iconic characters. The contributing authors, Burt L. Standish and Gilbert Patten, are celebrated figures in the realm of action and adventure literature, their works contributing significantly to the development of the genre. Their collective oeuvre, embedded in this collection, reflects the socio-cultural milieu of their time, capturing the zeitgeist with narratives that oscillate between audacious adventures and moral quandaries. This anthology not only collates their prolific contributions but also positions them within the broader historical and cultural movements of early serialized entertainment, offering readers insight into the genesis of action thriller tropes. This ultimate collection is an indispensable treasure trove for aficionados of action and adventure literature, presenting a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the exhilarating world crafted by Standish and Patten. Beyond its entertainment value, it serves as a scholarly resource that encapsulates the vibrancy and dynamism of early 20th-century fiction. Readers are encouraged to dive into this anthology for its historical significance, its diverse array of storytelling techniques, and the rich dialogue it fosters between the intersecting worlds of its spirited protagonists.
Download or read book Dick Merriwell s Diamond Or In Spite of Difficulties written by Burt L. Standish and published by . This book was released on 1902 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Frank Merriwell at Yale written by Burt L. Standish and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Frank Merriwell was the fictional creation of Gilbert Patten, who wrote under the pseudonym Burt L. Standish. The model for all later American juvenile sports fiction, Merriwell excelled at football, baseball, crew, and track at Yale while solving mysteries and righting wrongs. He played with great strength and received traumatic blows without injury. A biographical entry on Patten noted that Frank Merriwell "had little in common with his creator or his readers." Patten offered some background on his character: "The name was symbolic of the chief characteristics I desired my hero to have. Frank for frankness, merry for a happy disposition, well for health and abounding vitality." Merriwell's classmates observed, "He never drinks. That's how he keeps himself in such fine condition all the time. He will not smoke, either, and he takes his exercise regularly. He is really a remarkable freshie." Merriwell originally appeared in a series of magazine stories starting April 18, 1896 ("Frank Merriwell: or, First Days at Fardale") in Tip Top Weekly, continuing through 1912, and later in dime novels and comic books. Patten would confine himself to a hotel room for a week to write an entire story.
Download or read book Satchel written by Larry Tye and published by Random House. This book was released on 2009-06-09 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The superbly researched, spellbindingly told story of athlete, showman, philosopher, and boundary breaker Leroy “Satchel” Paige “Among the rare biographies of an athlete that transcend sports . . . gives us the man as well as the myth.”—The Boston Globe Few reliable records or news reports survive about players in the Negro Leagues. Through dogged detective work, award-winning author and journalist Larry Tye has tracked down the truth about this majestic and enigmatic pitcher, interviewing more than two hundred Negro Leaguers and Major Leaguers, talking to family and friends who had never told their stories before, and retracing Paige’s steps across the continent. Here is the stirring account of the child born to an Alabama washerwoman with twelve young mouths to feed, the boy who earned the nickname “Satchel” from his enterprising work as a railroad porter, the young man who took up baseball on the streets and in reform school, inventing his trademark hesitation pitch while throwing bricks at rival gang members. Tye shows Paige barnstorming across America and growing into the superstar hurler of the Negro Leagues, a marvel who set records so eye-popping they seemed like misprints, spent as much money as he made, and left tickets for “Mrs. Paige” that were picked up by a different woman at each game. In unprecedented detail, Tye reveals how Paige, hurt and angry when Jackie Robinson beat him to the Majors, emerged at the age of forty-two to help propel the Cleveland Indians to the World Series. He threw his last pitch from a big-league mound at an improbable fifty-nine. (“Age is a case of mind over matter,” he said. “If you don’t mind, it don’t matter.”) More than a fascinating account of a baseball odyssey, Satchel rewrites our history of the integration of the sport, with Satchel Paige in a starring role. This is a powerful portrait of an American hero who employed a shuffling stereotype to disarm critics and racists, floated comical legends about himself–including about his own age–to deflect inquiry and remain elusive, and in the process methodically built his own myth. “Don’t look back,” he famously said. “Something might be gaining on you.” Separating the truth from the legend, Satchel is a remarkable accomplishment, as large as this larger-than-life man.
Download or read book Frank Merriwell s Backers Or The Pride of His Friends written by Burt L. Standish and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-09-18 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Burt L. Standish's 'Frank Merriwell's Backers; Or, The Pride of His Friends', readers are immersed in a thrilling tale of friendship, loyalty, and courage within a sportsman's context. The book features vivid descriptions and engaging dialogue, placing it firmly within the realm of classic American adventure literature. Standish's narrative style keeps readers captivated as they follow Frank Merriwell's journey through challenges and triumphs, ultimately showcasing the true meaning of friendship and support. The novel's exploration of themes such as teamwork and dedication resonates with readers of all ages, making it a timeless classic in the realm of adventure fiction. Standish's careful attention to detail and character development sets 'Frank Merriwell's Backers' apart as a must-read for fans of the genre, offering both entertainment and valuable life lessons. Recommended for those seeking a gripping and inspiring story of camaraderie and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Download or read book A Thrilling Narrative of Indian Captivity written by Mary Butler Renville and published by U of Nebraska Press. This book was released on 2012-06-01 with total page 407 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edition of A Thrilling Narrative of Indian Captivity rescues from obscurity a crucially important work about the bitterly contested U.S.-Dakota War of 1862. Written by Mary Butler Renville, an Anglo woman, with the assistance of her Dakota husband, John Baptiste Renville, A Thrilling Narrative was printed only once as a book in 1863 and has not been republished since. The work details the Renvilles’ experiences as “captives” among their Dakota kin in the Upper Camp and chronicles the story of the Dakota Peace Party. Their sympathetic portrayal of those who opposed the war in 1862 combats the stereotypical view that most Dakotas supported it and illumines the injustice of their exile from Dakota homelands. From the authors’ unique perspective as an interracial couple, they paint a complex picture of race, gender, and class relations on successive midwestern frontiers. As the state of Minnesota commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Dakota War, this narrative provides fresh insights into the most controversial event in the region’s history. This annotated edition includes groundbreaking historical and literary contexts for the text and a first-time collection of extant Dakota correspondence with authorities during the war.
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