Frank Merriwell on the Boulevards; Or, Astonishing the Europeans by Standish

"Frank Merriwell on the Boulevards; Or, Astonishing the Europeans" by Burt L. Standish is a fictional novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book follows the adventures of Frank Merriwell, an emblematic American boy who, along with his companions, navigates the vibrant streets of Paris, engaging with various people and experiencing exciting escapades. The narrative blends themes of friendship, youthful bravado, and cultural exploration, set against the backdrop of European intrigue. The opening of the novel introduces Frank and his Yale friends as they arrive in Paris, filled with enthusiasm for the city's sights and culture. Frank, having spent time in Paris before, shares his knowledge with his friends, sparking their curiosity and excitement. As they reminisce about a past adventure involving anarchists, Frank reveals the thrilling and dangerous experience he encountered, prompting amazement from his friends. The camaraderie is quickly overshadowed by tension when a practical joke leads to a rift with his friend Bruce Browning, highlighting the complexities of friendships amidst the backdrop of their Parisian adventure. The chapter sets the stage for further escapades and conflicts that promise to test their bonds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Standish, Burt L., 1866-1945
Title Frank Merriwell on the Boulevards; Or, Astonishing the Europeans
Credits David Edwards, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net
Reading Level Reading ease score: 84.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Dime novels
Subject Paris (France) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Merriwell, Frank (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Americans -- France -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 63752
Release Date
Last Update Oct 18, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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