On Your Mark! A Story of College Life and Athletics by Ralph Henry Barbour

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Author Barbour, Ralph Henry, 1870-1944
Illustrator Relyea, C. M. (Charles M.), 1863-1932
Title On Your Mark! A Story of College Life and Athletics
Note Reading ease score: 82.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "On Your Mark! A Story of College Life and Athletics" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the life of Allan Ware, a freshman at Erskine College, as he navigates the challenges of college life and athletics. The narrative begins with Allan's unexpected victory in a mile race, setting the stage for his budding friendships and experiences in the collegiate sports scene. At the start of the book, the atmosphere is vibrant with an air of excitement during the Fall Handicap Meeting, where Allan competes in a mile race against established contenders. The scene captures the competitive spirit as well as the dynamics between the characters, including the supportive and boisterous Peter Burley, who later becomes a central figure in Allan's college journey. As Allan grapples with newfound friendships, his academic responsibilities, and the pressures of athletic commitments, the opening sets the tone for a story that delves into themes of camaraderie, perseverance, and personal growth in the collegiate environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject College sports -- Juvenile fiction
Subject College students -- Juvenile fiction
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