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100 1 _aReed, Talbot Baines,
_d1852-1893
245 1 4 _aThe Willoughby Captains
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-04-12
508 _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520 _a"The Willoughby Captains" by Talbot Baines Reed is a school story written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the lives of boys at the Willoughby school, detailing their experiences, friendships, and rivalries, particularly focusing on a major boat race between houses that sets the stage for intrigue and competition. The opening of the story introduces an eventful day at Willoughby school, highlighted by festivities surrounding the May Day races, where excitement and camaraderie fill the air. Young Master Cusack proudly showcases his father, Captain Cusack, while the students engage in discussions about the races, particularly the race outcomes that indicate strong competition among the houses. Amidst the hubbub, the narrative hints at tensions with an underlying plot of sabotage, suggesting that the competitive spirit among the boys goes beyond mere sport, potentially leading to mystery and conflict as they seek to uncover the truth behind a reckless act during the race. Stripling character dynamics are effectively set up, establishing the rich tapestry of school life that promises both adventure and emotional depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSchools -- Fiction
653 _aConduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aBoarding schools -- England -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aStudents -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21044
999 _c62270
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