The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; Or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists by Quincy Allen

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Author Allen, Quincy
Title The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; Or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists
Note Reading ease score: 81.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; Or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists" by Quincy Allen is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a group of boys, known as the Outdoor Chums, who embark on an exciting journey filled with outdoor challenges, camaraderie, and moments of heroism. The boys—Frank, Jerry, Will, and Bluff—set out to rescue a friend's motorboat after they learn of the opportunity while also dealing with unexpected adventures along the way, including a dramatic fire rescue and encounters with treacherous characters in the swamp. The opening of the book introduces the main characters as they gather at Frank's house and anxiously await exciting news. Frank reveals a thrilling invitation from his cousin Archie to take a motorboat to Florida, which sets the stage for their adventure. The boys are initially concerned about gaining parental approval but soon discover they have the green light to embark on their trip, which begins shortly after their school vacation starts. This excitement is juxtaposed with a sense of mystery as Frank has been given "sealed orders" by his father that heighten the intrigue of their journey. As they prepare for departure, the boys discuss their plans and gear up for the adventures that lie ahead, indicating a blend of friendship, adventure, and the spirit of exploration that will characterize their trip on the Gulf. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Boys -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Mexico, Gulf of -- Juvenile fiction
Subject African Americans -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Outdoor life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Florida -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Balloonists -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 14130
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Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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