Frank Merriwell's Champions; Or, All in the Game
An Adventure of Athletic Heroes and Moral DilemmasBy Burt L. Standish
Length8h 25m
About this audiobook
In "Frank Merriwell's Champions; Or, All in the Game," Burt L. Standish continues the exhilarating adventures of the titular character, Frank Merriwell, an archetypal hero representing determination and integrity in early 20th-century youth literature. The novel intricately weaves themes of sportsmanship, friendship, and moral dilemmas against the backdrop of the American educational system, relying on spirited dialogues and vivid descriptions. Standish's narrative style, characterized by straightforward prose and suspenseful pacing, exemplifies the era's fascination with collegiate athletics and the burgeoning ideal of American masculinity, where young men were encouraged to excel in both academics and athletics. Burt L. Standish, a pseudonym for the prolific writer Gilbert Patten, was deeply influenced by the cultural landscape of his time. Growing up during the late 19th century, Standish's passion for sports and the ideals of American youth shaped his storytelling. His series on Frank Merriwell reflects his commitment to promoting positive role models amidst the backdrop of challenges faced by young men in society, making his works both entertaining and morally instructive. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in early American literature, sports history, and the evolution of the adolescent hero. "Frank Merriwell's Champions" not only entertains but also invites reflection on the values of perseverance and camaraderie, resonating with contemporary audience in its timeless exploration of youth and competition.
Audiobook details
GenreOther
Length8 hrs 25 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I—FRANK AND HIS FRIENDS
20CHAPTER XX—AT SPRINGBROOK FARM
2CHAPTER II—THE LAKE LILY ATHLETIC CLUB
21CHAPTER XXI—TWO ENCOUNTERS
3CHAPTER III—SHOOTING AT THE DISK OF GOLD
22CHAPTER XXII—HANS USES THE HOSE
4CHAPTER IV—BRUCE BROWNING’S ADVENTURE
23CHAPTER XXIII—CHOICE OF PONIES
5CHAPTER V—HAMMOND’S PLOT
24CHAPTER XXIV—THE FIRST GO
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6CHAPTER VI—NELL RETURNS A KINDNESS
25CHAPTER XXV—THE END OF THE GAME
7CHAPTER VII—BY THE WATERS OF LAKE LILY
26CHAPTER XXVI—BEFORE THE HUNT
8CHAPTER VIII—A FAIR GUIDE
27CHAPTER XXVII—THE HUNT
9CHAPTER IX—THE VALIANT DUTCH BOY
28CHAPTER XXVIII—A CHANGE OF SCENE
10CHAPTER X—NELL’S LETTER
29CHAPTER XXIX—FRANK MEETS DEFEAT
11CHAPTER XI—A TRAITOR AND A SPY
30CHAPTER XXX—FRANK EXPRESSES HIS OPINION
12CHAPTER XII—HARLOW’S DISCOMFITURE
31CHAPTER XXXI—THE FIRST BLOW
13CHAPTER XIII—AGAINST ODDS
32CHAPTER XXXII—A SURPRISE PARTY
14CHAPTER XIV—FRANK AND ELSIE
33CHAPTER XXXIII—A GIRL’S REMORSE
15CHAPTER XV—A BOXING MATCH
34CHAPTER XXXIV—A FIGHT AGAINST ODDS
16CHAPTER XVI—THE CLUB MEETING
35CHAPTER XXXV—MERRIWELL’S CLOSE CALL
17CHAPTER XVII—THE EIGHT-OAR SHELL
36CHAPTER XXXVI—AN EXPLOSION COMING
18CHAPTER XVIII—THE RACE
37CHAPTER XXXVII—THE LAST BLOW—CONCLUSION
19CHAPTER XIX—A RESCUE ON THE ROAD
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