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In 'Raftmates,' Kirk Munroe weaves an engaging tale of adventure and friendship set against the backdrop of the Florida Everglades. Employing a vivid, descriptive literary style, Munroe immerses readers in the sights and sounds of this untamed wilderness, intricately portraying the interwoven lives of his characters as they navigate both physical challenges and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative encapsulates themes of resilience, camaraderie, and the indomitable spirit of youth, situated in the context of American literature that celebrates the outdoors and the pioneering spirit of its characters. Kirk Munroe, an author with a profound connection to nature, was influenced by his own experiences as a boy growing up in the vibrant landscapes of Florida. His passion for the outdoors and his background as a naturalist and conservationist inform the vivid depictions and adventurous spirit permeating 'Raftmates.' Munroe's dedication to depicting the natural world authentically and his commitment to instilling values of friendship and cooperation in young readers are evident throughout the narrative. This book is highly recommended for readers seeking an adventurous journey into the heart of nature, combined with relatable coming-of-age themes. 'Raftmates' serves not only as a captivating exploration of Florida'Äôs wilderness but also as a significant commentary on the values of loyalty and bravery, making it an essential read for both young adults and those who cherish the enduring spirit of adventure.
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GenreChildren's Literature
Length8 hrs 2 mins
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Publish dateAug 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1"WINN DASHED AWAY WITH THE SPEED OF A DEER" . . . Frontispiece
60THE TRUTH, BUT NOT THE WHOLE TRUTH.
2"WINN SECURED ONE END OF THE CABLE TO THAT PART OF THE BOOM RESTING AGAINST THE SNAG"
61[Illustration: Winn's introduction to Sabella.]
3"'WHY, THE RAFT HAS GONE!' EXCLAIMED ELTA"
62CHAPTER XVIII.
4"'HOLD ON, YOUNG MAN! ONE AT A TIME IS ENOUGH'"
63FOLLOWING THE TRAIL.
5"A BROAD STREAM OF WHEAT RUSHED OUT ON DECK"
64CHAPTER XIX.
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6"'WATCH HIM, BIM!'"
65A CURIOUS COMPLICATION.
7"'WHO'S THERE?' CRIED THE OLD MAN"
66CHAPTER XX.
8"BILLY BRACKETT UTTERED A CRY OF AMAZEMENT"
67BIM GROWLS.
9WINN'S INTRODUCTION TO SABELLA
68[Illustration: Billy Brackett is a friend in need.]
10BILLY BRACKETT IS A FRIEND IN NEED
69CHAPTER XXI.
11"THE MULE WAS PURCHASED THAT AFTERNOON"
70EVERY ONE EXPLAINS.
12"WITH A PRODIGIOUS LEAP HE LANDED SQUARELY ON REWARD'S HEAD"
71CHAPTER XXII.
13"'THE RAFT HAS GONE, AND WE ARE AFTER IT'"
72A "MEWEL" NAMED "REWARD."
14THE RESCUE OF SABELLA
73[Illustration: "The mule was purchased that afternoon."]
15"THE NEXT INSTANT HE SPRANG TO HIS FEET WITH A CRY"
74CHAPTER XXIII.
16"THE STRONG ARMS LIFTED HIM AS THEY WOULD A CHILD"
75REWARD RUNS AWAY WITH THE PANORAMA.
17"LIKE YOUNG TIGERS THE BOYS TUGGED AT THE HEAVY SWEEPS"
76[Illustration: "With a prodigious leap he landed squarely on Reward's head."]
18"'YO' CALLIN' DAT AR PLANTASHUN MOSS BACK?' EXCLAIMED SOLON" (missing from book)
77CHAPTER XXIV.
19"THE LANTERNS OF THE WORKING GANG GLANCING HERE AND THERE LIKE FIRE-FLIES"
78WINN DISCOVERS HIS LONG-LOST RAFT.
20A REUNION OF "MATES"
79CHAPTER XXV.
21THE RAFT.
80THE RAFT AND THE SHOW-BOAT CHANGE CREWS.
22CHAPTER II.
81CHAPTER XXVI.
23WINN ASSUMES A RESPONSIBILITY.
82A DISASTROUS COLLISION.
24[Illustration: "Winn secured one end of the cable to that part of the boom resting against the snag."]
83[Illustration: "'The raft has gone, and we are after it.'"]
25CHAPTER III.
84CHAPTER XXVII.
26A MUD-BESPATTERED ARRIVAL FROM CALIFORNIA.
85IS THIS OUR RAFT OR NOT?
27[Illustration: "'Why, the raft has gone!' exclaimed Elta"]
86CHAPTER XXVIII.
28CHAPTER IV.
87THE RESCUE OF SABELLA.
29BILLY BRACKETT STARTS DOWN THE RIVER.
88[Illustration: The rescue of Sabella.]
30CHAPTER V.
89CHAPTER XXIX.
31HOW THE VOYAGE WAS BEGUN.
90BIM BRINGS ABOUT A JOYFUL MEETING.
32CHAPTER VI.
91CHAPTER XXX.
33MR. GILDER AND HIS RUDE RECEPTION.
92IN CLOD'S CABIN.
34[Illustration: "'Hold on, young man! One at a time is enough.'"]
93[Illustration: "The next instant he sprang to his feet with a cry."]
35CHAPTER VII.
94CHAPTER XXXI.
36A GANG OF "RIVER-TRADERS."
95CAMPMATES TURN RAFTMATES.
37CHAPTER VIII.
96CHAPTER XXXII.
38DISAPPEARANCE OF THE RAFT.
97THE "RIVER-TRADERS" ATTEMPT TO REGAIN POSSESSION.
39[Illustration: "A broad stream of wheat rushed out on the deck"]
98[Illustration: "The strong arms lifted him as they would a child."]
40CHAPTER IX.
99CHAPTER XXXIII.
41ALONE ON THE ISLAND.
100WHERE IS BIM?
42CHAPTER X.
101CHAPTER XXXIV.
43A NIGHT OF STRANGE HAPPENINGS.
102A BLAZE ON THE RIVER.
44CHAPTER XI.
103[Illustration: "Like young tigers the boys tugged at the heavy sweeps."]
45BILLY BRACKETT'S SURPRISING SITUATION.
104CHAPTER XXXV.
46CHAPTER XII.
105BIM'S HEROISM.
47THE TRAPPERS TRAPPED.
106CHAPTER XXXVI.
48[Illustration: "'Watch him, Bim!'"]
107THE MASTER OF MOSS BANK.
49CHAPTER XIII.
108[Illustration: "'Yo' callin' dat ar plantashun Moss Back?' exclaimed Solon" (missing from book)]
50WINN'S LONELY CRUISE.
109CHAPTER XXXVII.
51CHAPTER XIV.
110BIM'S 'COON.
52A PEAL OF GIRLISH LAUGHTER.
111CHAPTER XXXVIII.
53[Illustration: "'Who's there?' cried the old man"]
112THE GREAT RIVER AND ITS MISCHIEF.
54CHAPTER XV.
113[Illustration: "The lanterns of the working gang glancing here and there like fire-flies."]
55"CAP'N COD," SABELLA, AND THE WHATNOT.
114CHAPTER XXXIX.
56CHAPTER XVI.
115HURLED THROUGH THE CREVASSE AND WRECKED.
57BIM MAKES AN ENEMY.
116CHAPTER XL.
58[Illustration: "Billy Brackett uttered a cry of amazement."]
117A MEETING OF MATES.
59CHAPTER XVII.
118[Illustration: A reunion of "mates."]
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