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100	1		_aBarbour, Ralph Henry, _d1870-1944
245	1	0	_aFour Afloat: Being the Adventures of the Big Four on the Water
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2011
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2011-08-10
508			_aProduced by Roger Frank and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"Four Afloat: Being the Adventures of the Big Four on the Water" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a fictional adventure novel written in the early 20th century. Set during a summer cruise, the story follows the escapades of four boys—Bob, Nelson, Dan, and Tom—and their dog, Barry, aboard a gasoline launch called the "Vagabond". The narrative likely emphasizes themes of friendship, adventure, and the thrill of exploration, as the boys navigate the waters and engage in various outdoor activities. The opening of the book introduces the four protagonists standing on a wharf, eagerly gazing at their launch, the "Vagabond", detailed with its shiny brass and freshly painted hull. Each boy's personality begins to shine through their playful banter, showcasing their camaraderie as they prepare for their big summer adventure. As they board the boat and explore its features, the dynamic between them is established, hinting at both exciting escapades and lighthearted conflicts that will arise on their journey. The chapter sets a light and engaging tone, drawing readers into the adventures that await them on the water. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aFriendship -- Juvenile fiction
653			_aBoats and boating -- Juvenile fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37021
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