The Boy Spies of Philadelphia by James Otis

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Author Otis, James, 1848-1912
Illustrator Graves, George E.
Title The Boy Spies of Philadelphia
The Story of How the Young Spies Helped the Continental Army at Valley Forge
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Summary "The Boy Spies of Philadelphia" by James Otis is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around three young boys—Jacob Ludwick, Seth Graydon, and Enoch Ball—who find themselves amidst the dramatic events of the American Revolutionary War in Philadelphia. The narrative explores their struggle for agency and bravery as they contemplate taking on critical roles in assisting the Continental Army. At the start of the novel, set on April 2, 1778, the boys observe the chaotic political climate in their city, where British soldiers are preparing for potential maneuvers against General Washington's forces at Valley Forge. Motivated by their growing awareness of the importance of their actions in the colonial cause, they decide to relay vital information concerning British troop movements to American officers. The opening chapters introduce the boys' desire to contribute to the freedom fight and culminate in a daring plan to help one of their number, Seth, who finds himself in dire danger after being captured as an alleged spy. The rich historical context, combined with the youthful determination of the protagonists, sets the stage for an adventurous tale of loyalty and courage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Children's stories
Subject Spy stories
Subject United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Spies -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Washington, George, 1732-1799 -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 44724
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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