Highway Pirates; or, The Secret Place at Coverthorne by Harold Avery
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"Highway Pirates; or, The Secret Place at Coverthorne" by Harold Avery is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows young Sylvester Eden and his friend Miles Coverthorne as they engage in schoolboy adventures against the backdrop of a family mystery at Coverthorne Hall, which involves hidden secrets and a potential family feud. The narrative is set in the context of the early 1830s, providing a lens into the
school life and childhood conflicts of boys during that time. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to Sylvester and Miles as they flee from a rival group of boys known as the "Eagles." Their escapade leads to a thrilling chase, illustrating the playful yet competitive nature of their interactions. The incident sets the stage for deeper themes of friendship, rivalry, and mystery; particularly concerning the enigmatic "secret place" mentioned in conversation between the boys. In the wake of tragic news regarding Miles's family, including his father's shocking injury, the story transitions into a more serious tone, hinting at the complexities of family dynamics, inheritance, and hidden legacies that will unfold throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Avery, Harold, 1867-1943 |
|---|---|
| Title | Highway Pirates; or, The Secret Place at Coverthorne |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Friendship -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Boys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Inheritance and succession -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Smugglers -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33680 |
| Release Date | Sep 9, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 371 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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