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100	1		_aStrang, Herbert
245	1	0	_aHumphrey Bold: A Story of the Times of Benbow
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-06-13
508			_aE-text prepared by Martin Robb
520			_a"Humphrey Bold: A Story of the Times of Benbow" by Herbert Strang is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young boy named Humphrey Bold, who, after the loss of his parents, is adopted by a kind but solitary farmer, Mr. John Ellery. The narrative explores themes of childhood struggles, bullying, and the journey to manhood, particularly focusing on Humphrey's development as he learns to stand up for himself and navigate his relationships with those around him. The opening of the novel introduces us to Humphrey at the age of eleven, reflecting on his childhood memories with a blend of nostalgia and humor. He recalls the bullying he received from schoolmates, particularly Dick Cludde and Cyrus Vetch, and how he was sheltered by his adoptive father, who prioritized his education and well-being. We witness the pivotal moment when Joe Punchard comes to his aid against his bullies, culminating in a humorous incident involving a barrel that sets the stage for Humphrey's adventures and misadventures. As he navigates challenges, both personal and social, the foundation for his character growth is firmly established in this opening portion, hinting at further developments in his journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aBenbow, John, 1653?-1702 -- Fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16049
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