Baker, George M. (George Melville) 1832-1890 creator text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Running to Waste: The Story of a Tomboy" by George M. Baker is a novel written in the late 19th century. This coming-of-age story revolves around Becky Sleeper, a spirited tomboy who often finds herself in trouble due to her adventurous nature and mischievous escapades. The narrative captures her youthful defiance and the ensuing challenges she faces while navigating the expectations placed upon young girls of her time. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Becky and her brother Teddy as they embark on a light-hearted adventure to steal apples from Captain Thompson's orchard. Becky's boldness is evident as she directs Teddy from atop a wall during the heist. Their playful thievery is interrupted when Captain Thompson catches them, igniting an amusing chase. Through witty dialogue and vivid character descriptions, the opening section establishes Becky's tomboyish charm, her affinity for adventure, and the dynamic between her and her more timid brother, all set in the backdrop of their small New England town, Cleverly. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2015-10-17 Produced by David Edwards, Craig Kirkwood, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.) Original publication data not identified Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Girls -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Maine -- Juvenile fiction Mothers and daughters -- Juvenile fiction Responsibility -- Juvenile fiction Gender identity -- Juvenile fiction Paralysis -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50246 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/50246 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134144.0 50246