Rob Harlow's Adventures: A Story of the Grand Chaco by George Manville Fenn

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Author Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909
Illustrator Burton, W.
Title Rob Harlow's Adventures: A Story of the Grand Chaco
Note Reading ease score: 86.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "Rob Harlow's Adventures: A Story of the Grand Chaco" by George Manville Fenn is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on Rob Harlow, a teenage protagonist who embarks on a naturalist expedition up the Paraguay rivers, accompanied by Giovanni, the son of an Italian captain, and Shadrach Naylor, a rugged guide. As they traverse the unpredictable landscape, they encounter a plethora of challenges, including wild animals and the possibility of hostile encounters with indigenous people, all of which promise to ignite the readers' sense of adventure. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to the setting—a hot, hushed environment on the river where Rob is uncomfortably adjusting to the many insects and the peculiarities of his companions. The initial dialogue between Rob and Shaddy reveals both the beauty and the dangers of their adventure, foreshadowing future tensions and trials. As they navigate and fish in the river, the group dynamic begins to take shape, highlighting Rob's youthful curiosity and his friendly rivalry with Giovanni. The tone is set for an exploration that will undoubtedly bring Rob face-to-face with the wonders and perils of the natural world as he searches for knowledge and self-discovery among the wilds of the Grand Chaco. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Gran Chaco -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 21365
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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