The Smith, Ruel Perley 1869-1937 creator Gowing, Louis D. text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Rival Campers Afloat; or, The Prize Yacht Viking" by Ruel Perley Smith is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows two young boys, Jack Harvey and Henry Burns, who are sailing aboard a yacht named the Viking as they embark on adventures that unfold during their summer. Themes of friendship, excitement, and the challenges of sailing permeate the narrative, as the boys navigate both the waters and the complexities introduced by other characters. The opening of the book sets a picturesque scene on the Samoset River, illustrating the lively atmosphere of the waterway filled with various vessels and youthful energy. Jack and Henry are introduced as they operate their newly acquired yacht, the Viking, showcasing their enthusiasm and hints at their past experiences and adventures with the old boat, the Surprise. As they cruise down the river, they encounter a mysterious stranger, Charles Carleton, who unexpectedly joins them, leading to intrigue and foreshadowing the challenges that lie ahead. With a mix of sailing knowledge and youthful bravado, the boys’ narrative begins with promises of adventure and competition, setting the tone for the ensuing saga. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-08-20 Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Rod Crawford, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Sea stories Boats and boating -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40547 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40547 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133928.0 40547