Winning his game
A Classic Tale of Determination, Perseverance, and Triumph on the FieldBy Ralph Henry Barbour
Length7h 24m
About this audiobook
In "Winning His Game," Ralph Henry Barbour explores the competitive landscape of teenage athletics through a gripping narrative that captures the spirit of determination and camaraderie inherent in sports. Set in an early 20th-century high school milieu, the protagonist navigates personal and social challenges while striving for victory on the football field. Barbour'Äôs writing is marked by vivid descriptions, youthful exuberance, and a deep understanding of the sporting ethos, reflecting the era's burgeoning focus on physical fitness and teamwork as essential components of maturation and identity formation. Ralph Henry Barbour, an influential figure in early American children's literature, used his own experiences as an athlete and educator to lend authenticity to his storytelling. His extensive knowledge of various sports, paired with an engaging prose style, resonates throughout the narrative, providing readers with both a thrilling adventure and a formative life lesson. Barbour's dedication to promoting positive values through the lens of competition speaks to a broader cultural appreciation of sports during his time. "Winning His Game" is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of youth culture and athletics. Through Barbour'Äôs compelling storytelling, readers will find inspiration in themes of perseverance and friendship, making this work a timeless addition to the canon of sports literature.
Audiobook details
GenreOther
Length7 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 10, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I DUD WONDERS
15CHAPTER XV DUD SERVES THEM UP
2CHAPTER II THE ENTERING WEDGE
16CHAPTER XVI THE TRACK MEET
3CHAPTER III 29 LOTHROP
17CHAPTER XVII BASEBALL, TENNIS AND OYSTERS
4CHAPTER IV A CHANCE MEETING
18CHAPTER XVIII DUD GOES TO THE RESCUE
5CHAPTER V DUD LOSES HIS TEMPER
19CHAPTER XIX BACK TO THE BENCH
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6CHAPTER VI FIRST PRACTICE
20CHAPTER XX JIMMY ENCOURAGES
7CHAPTER VII BEN MYATT ADVISES
21CHAPTER XXI ON THE MOUND
8CHAPTER VIII A WILD PITCH
22CHAPTER XXII DUD COMES BACK
9CHAPTER IX JIMMY TAKES CHARGE
23CHAPTER XXIII BEN TELLS A SECRET
10CHAPTER X THE CHALLENGE
24CHAPTER XXIV THE FIRST GAME
11CHAPTER XI WITH THE SCRUBS
25CHAPTER XXV LEFT BEHIND
12CHAPTER XII ON THE RIVER
26CHAPTER XXVI THE BORROWED HAND-CAR
13CHAPTER XIII CONFESSION
27CHAPTER XXVII WINNING HIS GAME
14CHAPTER XIV MAROONED!
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