The mysterious tramp by Vera C. Barclay

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Author Barclay, Vera C. (Vera Charlesworth), 1893-1989
LoC No. 20013702
Title The mysterious tramp
Original Publication London: C. Arthur Pearson, Ltd., 1920.
Note Reading ease score: 91.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Credits Susan E., Joeri de Ruiter and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "The Mysterious Tramp" by Vera C. Barclay is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around three mischievous boys—David, Bill, and Nipper—who are facing the arrival of a strict governess, Miss Prince, while navigating their wild shenanigans amidst changing lives. The narrative also introduces a mysterious tramp whose past is intertwined with the lives of the boys, hinting at themes of adventure and friendship. The opening of the book sets the stage for the boys' antics and their complicated relationship with authority figures, particularly Miss Prince, whom they are determined to rebel against. While initially they plot ways to unsettle her, their encounter with the tramp introduces a deeper narrative element. The boys express fascination and curiosity about the stranger, indicating that his presence might lead to crucial developments in the story. As the boys navigate their mischief, the groundwork is laid for themes of personal growth and the impact of human connection, hinting at adventures that await them with both the governess and the mysterious stranger. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Brothers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Tramps -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Kidnapping victims -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Cub Scouts -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 73787
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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