The Boy Scouts to the Rescue by George Durston
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"The Boy Scouts to the Rescue" by George Durston is a fiction work written in the early 20th century. The story takes place against the backdrop of World War I and follows the adventures of two twin brothers, Porky and Beany Potter, who are members of the Boy Scouts. The narrative focuses on their courageous actions to save a wounded lieutenant while navigating the dangers of the battlefield and facing hostile forces.
At the start of the book, the scene is tense and grim, depicting a war-torn landscape in which two figures lie injured in a shell crater under German fire. One of these figures is a young soldier, who is desperately trying to assess the situation and find help for his unconscious lieutenant. The narrative introduces readers to the chaotic atmosphere of trench warfare, complete with vivid descriptions of the environment. As the plot unfolds, the twin brothers spring into action, showcasing their bravery and resourcefulness as they embark on a dangerous mission to rescue the lieutenant from the enemy lines. The opening chapters set the stage for a thrilling tale of adventure, brotherhood, and heroism in perilous times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Creator | Durston, George |
|---|---|
| Title | The Boy Scouts to the Rescue |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Boy Scouts -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- France -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45202 |
| Release Date | Mar 24, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 472 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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