Standish, Burt L. 1866-1945 creator text utu 2020 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Frank Merriwell on the Boulevards; Or, Astonishing the Europeans" by Burt L. Standish is a fictional novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book follows the adventures of Frank Merriwell, an emblematic American boy who, along with his companions, navigates the vibrant streets of Paris, engaging with various people and experiencing exciting escapades. The narrative blends themes of friendship, youthful bravado, and cultural exploration, set against the backdrop of European intrigue. The opening of the novel introduces Frank and his Yale friends as they arrive in Paris, filled with enthusiasm for the city's sights and culture. Frank, having spent time in Paris before, shares his knowledge with his friends, sparking their curiosity and excitement. As they reminisce about a past adventure involving anarchists, Frank reveals the thrilling and dangerous experience he encountered, prompting amazement from his friends. The camaraderie is quickly overshadowed by tension when a practical joke leads to a rift with his friend Bruce Browning, highlighting the complexities of friendships amidst the backdrop of their Parisian adventure. The chapter sets the stage for further escapades and conflicts that promise to test their bonds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2020-11-13 David Edwards, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Adventure stories Dime novels Paris (France) -- Juvenile fiction Merriwell, Frank (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction Americans -- France -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63752 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63752 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134452.0 63752