02543cam a22004093u 4500 40269 UtSlPG 20260610133924.0 m cr n 260607r2012||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Rand, Edward A. (Edward Augustus), 1837-1903 At the Black Rocks Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2012 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2012-07-18 Produced by Al Haines "At the Black Rocks" by Rev. Edward A. Rand is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story primarily revolves around a timid and underprivileged boy named Bartholomew (affectionately known as Bartie) Trafton, whose life is marked by misfortune and a longing for acceptance. The narrative explores themes of resilience, friendship, and the struggle for belonging against a backdrop of seaside adventure and youthful heroism. The opening of the novel introduces Bartie as he ventures out in a small boat to seek help for his sick grandfather, only to face a dire situation when the boat capsizes, plunging him into the river. As he struggles against a powerful current, he is rescued by a brave fisherman boy, which marks the beginning of a series of events that highlight the bonds formed between the children of the community. We also see glimpses of Bartie's difficult home life, further deepening the reader's understanding of his character as he grapples with his self-worth against the opinions of others. This opening sets the stage for themes of bravery, compassion, and the quest for identity within a community that often underestimates him. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Detective and mystery stories Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Boys -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Friendship -- Juvenile fiction Sailing -- Juvenile fiction Ship captains -- Juvenile fiction Christmas -- Juvenile fiction Storms -- Juvenile fiction Intergenerational relations -- Juvenile fiction Rainey, W. (William), 1852-1936 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40269 81108 81108