The Davis, Richard Harding 1864-1916 creator Gibbs, George 1870-1942 text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The White Mice" by Richard Harding Davis is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows young Americans Rodman "Roddy" Forrester and Peter de Peyster as they navigate adventures in Venezuela, where they aim to free General Don Miguel Rojas, a political prisoner, from a grim fate. The book blends themes of friendship, valor, and the complexities of political intrigue against a vibrant backdrop. The opening of the novel sets the stage with a whimsical fable that parallels the protagonists' journey, emphasizing the notion that even the smallest actions can lead to significant changes. We are introduced to Roddy Forrester, whose father has tasked him with inspecting a lighthouse project in Venezuela. Along with his clever friend Peter, Roddy learns of General Rojas, a beloved figure wrongfully imprisoned by the tyrannical President Alvarez. As they brainstorm ways to rescue Rojas, they form the "Order of the White Mice," a lighthearted society dedicated to heroic actions. Their adventure dives deeper into the political turmoil of Venezuela and hints at the dangers that await them as they engage with revolutionaries and the oppressive regime. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-11-11 Produced by D Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified South America -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27232 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27232 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133624.0 27232