Length8h 2m
About this audiobook
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.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length8 hrs 2 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 22, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1"WINN DASHED AWAY WITH THE SPEED OF A DEER" . . . Frontispiece
2"WINN SECURED ONE END OF THE CABLE TO THAT PART OF THE BOOM RESTING AGAINST THE SNAG"
3"'WHY, THE RAFT HAS GONE!' EXCLAIMED ELTA"
4"'HOLD ON, YOUNG MAN! ONE AT A TIME IS ENOUGH'"
5"A BROAD STREAM OF WHEAT RUSHED OUT ON DECK"
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6"'WATCH HIM, BIM!'"
7"'WHO'S THERE?' CRIED THE OLD MAN"
8"BILLY BRACKETT UTTERED A CRY OF AMAZEMENT"
9WINN'S INTRODUCTION TO SABELLA
10BILLY BRACKETT IS A FRIEND IN NEED
11"THE MULE WAS PURCHASED THAT AFTERNOON"
12"WITH A PRODIGIOUS LEAP HE LANDED SQUARELY ON REWARD'S HEAD"
13"'THE RAFT HAS GONE, AND WE ARE AFTER IT'"
14THE RESCUE OF SABELLA
15"THE NEXT INSTANT HE SPRANG TO HIS FEET WITH A CRY"
16"THE STRONG ARMS LIFTED HIM AS THEY WOULD A CHILD"
17"LIKE YOUNG TIGERS THE BOYS TUGGED AT THE HEAVY SWEEPS"
18"'YO' CALLIN' DAT AR PLANTASHUN MOSS BACK?' EXCLAIMED SOLON" (missing from book)
19"THE LANTERNS OF THE WORKING GANG GLANCING HERE AND THERE LIKE FIRE-FLIES"
20A REUNION OF "MATES"
21THE RAFT.
22CHAPTER II.
23WINN ASSUMES A RESPONSIBILITY.
24[Illustration: "Winn secured one end of the cable to that part of the boom resting against the snag."]
25CHAPTER III.
26A MUD-BESPATTERED ARRIVAL FROM CALIFORNIA.
27[Illustration: "'Why, the raft has gone!' exclaimed Elta"]
28CHAPTER IV.
29BILLY BRACKETT STARTS DOWN THE RIVER.
30CHAPTER V.
31HOW THE VOYAGE WAS BEGUN.
32CHAPTER VI.
33MR. GILDER AND HIS RUDE RECEPTION.
34[Illustration: "'Hold on, young man! One at a time is enough.'"]
35CHAPTER VII.
36A GANG OF "RIVER-TRADERS."
37CHAPTER VIII.
38DISAPPEARANCE OF THE RAFT.
39[Illustration: "A broad stream of wheat rushed out on the deck"]
40CHAPTER IX.
41ALONE ON THE ISLAND.
42CHAPTER X.
43A NIGHT OF STRANGE HAPPENINGS.
44CHAPTER XI.
45BILLY BRACKETT'S SURPRISING SITUATION.
46CHAPTER XII.
47THE TRAPPERS TRAPPED.
48[Illustration: "'Watch him, Bim!'"]
49CHAPTER XIII.
50WINN'S LONELY CRUISE.
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