| Author |
Stone, A. |
| Illustrator |
Bird, Leslie Pern |
| LoC No. |
19002848
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| Title |
Fighting Byng: A Novel of Mystery, Intrigue and Adventure
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by D Alexander, Mary Akers, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (http://archive.org)
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| Summary |
"Fighting Byng: A Novel of Mystery, Intrigue and Adventure" by A. Stone is a historical fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the turpentine forests of Georgia, where we meet Howard Byng, a rugged young man who blends the essence of a wild man and a pirate. The narrative centers around Howard, his raw strength, and the challenges he faces, which include altercations with tough characters and his connection with the protagonist who sees potential in him." The beginning of the novel introduces us to Howard Byng's chaotic entrance into the protagonist's camp, where the antics of a runaway mule led to a humorous disaster. This incident sparks a skirmish with some campworkers, subsequently revealing Howard’s inherent toughness when he stands his ground against a bully named Jake. As the story progresses, it becomes evident that Howard is not just a brute; he possesses a kind heart and intelligence. After this initial clash, he seizes the opportunity to leave behind the life of a "Georgia Cracker" and becomes part of the surveying team, where his exceptional work ethic quickly shines through. Ultimately, the opening hints at a transformative journey for Howard, showcasing the themes of growth and the interplay between strength and sensitivity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Subject |
Detective and mystery stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
40821 |
| Release Date |
Sep 21, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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