Fritz to the Front, or, the Ventriloquist Scamp-Hunter by Edward L. Wheeler
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"Fritz to the Front; or, the Ventriloquist Scamp-Hunter" by Edward L. Wheeler is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Fritz Snyder, a young detective with a flair for ventriloquism, who embarks on a thrilling adventure filled with mystery and intrigue. The opening chapters introduce us to Fritz's brave and inquisitive nature as he encounters various characters and situations, including a young woman named Madge, setting the
stage for a cascade of events that intertwine their fates. At the start of the novel, Fritz finds himself on a ferry packed with a diverse crowd headed for Atlantic City. During the journey, he intervenes to protect Madge from an unwelcome advance by a drunken man, showcasing his courageous spirit. Following this incident, a series of mysterious events unfold, including Madge’s hurried marriage in a secluded cave, which intrigues Fritz and prompts him to investigate further. By the time Fritz and his newfound acquaintance, Hal Hartly, each face perilous situations related to a potential smuggling operation and personal vendettas, the story sets an exciting tone for the ensuing chase and deception, firmly establishing the foundations for gripping adventures ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wheeler, Edward L. (Edward Lytton), 1855?-1885 |
|---|---|
| Title | Fritz to the Front, or, the Ventriloquist Scamp-Hunter |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Greg Weeks, Matthew Wheaton, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Subject | Ventriloquists -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 37149 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-37149-8 |
| Release Date | Aug 21, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 406 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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