Bøger af Percy Keese Fitzhugh

"Tom Slade at Temple Camp" is a novel by Percy Keese Fitzhugh and is part of the Tom Slade series. In this story, Tom Slade, the ever-adventurous Boy Scout, finds himself at Temple Camp, where he is sure to encounter a host of exciting experiences and challenges.The plot likely revolves around Tom's time at Temple Camp, where he engages in various Scout activities, learns valuable outdoor skills, and faces dilemmas that test his resourcefulness and Scout spirit. Temple Camp is a place where Scouts come together to bond, learn, and grow, and Tom Slade's adventures at the camp will likely highlight the values of camaraderie, leadership, and preparedness that are central to the Scouting movement.As with other books in the series, readers can expect to see Tom's character further develop as he confronts and overcomes obstacles, demonstrating the qualities of a true Boy Scout.

Tom Slade hoisted up his trousers, tightened his belt, and lounged against the railing outside the troop room, listening dutifully but rather sullenly to his scoutmaster. "All I want you to do, Tom," said Mr. Ellsworth, "is to have a little patience-just a little patience."

The night was bleak and cold. All through the melancholy, cheerless day, the first chill of autumn had been in the air. Toward evening the clouds had parted, showing a steel-colored sky in which the sun went down a great red ball, tinting the foliage across the river with a glow of crimson. A sun full of rich light but no heat.

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It happened in Barrel Alley, and it was Tom Slade, as usual, who did it. Picking a barrel-stave out of the mud, he sidled up to Ching Wo's laundry, opened the door, beat the counter with a resounding clamor, called, "Ching, Ching, Chinaman!" and by way of a grand climax, hurled the dirty barrel-stave at a pile of spotless starched shirts, banged the door shut and ran.

"Rejected by a large majority-I mean, elected by a large majority." Roy Blakeley gathered up the ballots in his two hands, dropped them into the shoe box and pushed the box across the table to Mr. Ellsworth as if the matter were finally settled.

Well, here I am at last, ready to tell you the adventures of our young lives. Right away I have trouble with Pee-wee Harris. He's about as easy to keep down as a balloon full of gas. We call him the young dirigible because he's always going up in the air. Even at the start he must stick in his chapter heading about a conclave.

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Tom Slade, bending over the office table, scrutinized the big map of Temple Camp. It was the first time he had really looked at it since his return from France, and it made him homesick to see, even in its cold outlines, the familiar things and scenes which he had so loved as a scout. The hill trail was nothing but a dotted line, but Tom knew it for more than that, for it was along its winding way into the dark recesses of the mountains that he had qualified for the pathfinder's badge.

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Anyway, you can bet I didn't stay there long, because I wanted to find out if Wig's signal had been received. Maybe you won't understand, but down the river it seemed all right and I was sure somebody must have caught it. But after we landed and I started up home, it seemed as if it was just kind of playing, after all, because that's the way some people think about the scouts, so I hurried as fast as I could so that my mother and father wouldn't be worrying. I felt awfully funny, kind of, as I went up the lawn because I knew that if no one had come and told them about the signal, they'd think I was dead.

PEE-WEE HARRIS, mascot of the Raven Patrol, First Bridgeboro Troop, sat upon the lowest limb of the tree in front of his home eating a banana. To maintain his balance it was necessary for him to keep a tight hold with one hand on a knotty projection of the trunk while with the other he clutched his luscious refreshment. The safety of his small form as he sat on the shaky limb depended upon his hold of the trunk, while the tremendous responsibility of holding his banana devolved upon the other hand.

1924. Illustrated. Four complete adventure books for boys in one big volume that follow the exploits of Westy Martin, scout of the first class, including: Westy Martin; In the Yellowstone; In the Rockies; and On the Santa Fe Trail. When some of the popular juvenile novels of the early 1900s utilized Boy Scouts as protagonists in astounding adventures, such as foiling foreign plots to overthrow the United States, Scout officials decided that such books gave an unrealistic view of their movement and they commissioned Percy K. Fitzhugh to create Scout heroes of less flamboyant doings. His series became extremely popular among young readers, who followed the more authentic activities of Tom Slade, Pee Wee Harris, Westy Martin and Roy Blakeley.

If it were not for the very remarkable part played by the scouts in this strange business, perhaps it would have been just as well if the whole matter had been allowed to die when the newspaper excitement subsided. Singularly enough, that part of the curious drama which unfolded itself at Temple Camp is the very part which was never material for glaring headlines.

Swiftly and silently along the moonlit road sped the dispatch-rider. Out of the East he had come, where the battle line runs between blue mountains and the country is quiet and peaceful, and the boys in khaki long for action and think wistfully of Picardy and Flanders. He was a lucky young fellow, this dispatch-rider, and all the boys had told him so.

While I was sitting on a rock down in our field eating a banana, I had a dandy thought, and I was going to begin this story by telling you about it, only now I forget what it was. Anyway, Mr. Ellsworth says it's best to begin a story with conversation. He says conversations are even better than bananas to begin with. But, gee whiz, I like bananas. If I began with conversation that means I have to begin it with Pee-wee Harris, because he always does the talking in our troop. He can even talk and eat a banana at the same time. He said, "Do you mean to tell me a railroad car can't have a dark past?" "Sure," I told him; "maybe it went through a tunnel. Anyway, it's got a dark enough present with one kerosene lamp in it." "I didn't mean that kind of darkness," he said; "I mean the kind that secrets are. You know what a dark secret is, don't you?" "It's one that's all black," little Alfred McCord said. "Sure," I said; "they're all colors. My sister's keeping one that's a kind of pale lavender."

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Percy Keese Fitzhugh's "Roy Blakeley's Silver Fox Patrol" immerses readers in yet another entertaining and humorous adventure featuring Roy Blakeley and his friends as they take on the challenges of leading their own scout patrol. The story unfolds with themes of leadership, camaraderie, and the comical situations that arise within their scout troop.Set against the backdrop of their scouting adventures, the story captures the essence of youthful leadership, teamwork, and the joys of the scouting experience. Through Roy's interactions with his friends, their scout activities, and their humorous mishaps, readers are invited to share in the laughter and camaraderie of scouting life.The novella delves into themes of responsibility, friendship, and the value of taking on leadership roles within a group. As Roy and his friends navigate the complexities of leading the Silver Fox Patrol and engage in comical scouting activities, they embody the qualities of resourcefulness and a sense of unity."Roy Blakeley's Silver Fox Patrol" celebrates the spirit of scouting and the enduring bonds of friendship that are forged through shared adventures and humorous escapades. Percy Keese Fitzhugh's storytelling invites readers to laugh along with the scouts as they tackle the challenges of leadership, emphasizing the importance of camaraderie and the growth that comes from shared experiences.

Percy Keese Fitzhugh's "Roy Blakeley's Motor Caravan" continues the comical and adventurous escapades of Roy Blakeley and his friends, this time exploring the world of motor caravans. The story unfolds with themes of humor, camaraderie, and the entertaining situations that arise during their motor caravan adventures.Set against the backdrop of their motor caravan journey, the story captures the essence of youthful enthusiasm, adaptability, and the joys of traveling in a unique and unconventional way. Through Roy's interactions with his friends, their humorous mishaps, and their creative solutions to the challenges of caravan life, readers are transported into a world of laughter and camaraderie.The novella delves into themes of adaptability, friendship, and the value of embracing new experiences with a sense of humor. As Roy and his friends navigate the quirks and peculiarities of motor caravan travel, they embody the qualities of resilience and a willingness to make the most of any situation."Roy Blakeley's Motor Caravan" celebrates the spirit of adventure and the enduring bonds of friendship that are strengthened through shared journeys and humorous escapades. Percy Keese Fitzhugh's storytelling invites readers to share in the laughter and fun of motor caravan travel, emphasizing the importance of camaraderie and a lighthearted approach to life's adventures.

Percy Keese Fitzhugh's "Roy Blakely, Pathfinder" invites readers to join Roy Blakely and his friends on another engaging and adventurous journey. The story unfolds with themes of exploration, camaraderie, and the challenges and mysteries they encounter along the way.Set against the backdrop of their expedition, the story captures the essence of youthful curiosity, problem-solving, and the excitement of exploring the unknown. Through Roy's interactions with his friends, their quest to uncover secrets, and their humorous mishaps, readers are transported into a world of adventure and friendship.The novella delves into themes of discovery, friendship, and the value of teamwork when faced with unexpected challenges. As Roy and his friends navigate their path and tackle the mysteries that come their way, they embody the qualities of resourcefulness and a sense of unity."Roy Blakely, Pathfinder" celebrates the spirit of exploration and the enduring bonds of friendship that are strengthened through shared adventures and the quest for knowledge. Percy Keese Fitzhugh's storytelling invites readers to join in the excitement of Roy's pathfinding adventures, emphasizing the importance of camaraderie and the thrill of exploration.

Percy Keese Fitzhugh's "Roy Blakeley, Lost, Strayed or Stolen" continues the amusing and entertaining adventures of Roy Blakeley and his group of friends. The story unfolds with themes of humor, camaraderie, and the humorous predicaments that the boys find themselves in.Set against the backdrop of the boys' misadventures and imaginative exploits, the story captures the essence of youthful creativity, loyalty, and the joy of shared escapades. Through Roy's interactions with his friends, his humorous schemes, and the comical situations they encounter, readers are invited to join in the laughter and fun.The novella delves into themes of friendship, problem-solving, and the value of bonds that withstand even the most chaotic of circumstances. As Roy and his friends navigate their humorous escapades and work together to overcome challenges, they embody the qualities of resourcefulness and a sense of camaraderie."Roy Blakeley, Lost, Strayed or Stolen" celebrates the hilarious side of youth and the enduring bonds formed through shared laughter and adventures. Percy Keese Fitzhugh's storytelling invites readers to laugh along with Roy and his friends as they embark on yet another entertaining journey, emphasizing the importance of friendship and a good sense of humor.

Percy Keese Fitzhugh's "Roy Blakeley's Adventures in Camp" continues the comical and adventurous escapades of Roy Blakeley and his group of friends, this time within the context of a summer camp setting. The story unfolds with themes of humor, camaraderie, and the humorous situations that the boys find themselves in.Set against the backdrop of their camp adventures, the story captures the essence of youthful enthusiasm, teamwork, and the joys of outdoor life. Through Roy's interactions with his friends, his funny anecdotes, and their various camp activities, readers are transported into a world of laughter and camaraderie.The novella delves into themes of cooperation, friendship, and the value of shared experiences. As Roy and his friends navigate the challenges of camp life and engage in comical misadventures, they embody the qualities of resourcefulness and a sense of togetherness."Roy Blakeley's Adventures in Camp" celebrates the spirit of summer camp and the enduring bonds of friendship that are strengthened through shared outdoor experiences. Percy Keese Fitzhugh's storytelling invites readers to relive the laughter and excitement of summer camp, emphasizing the importance of camaraderie and the fun of outdoor adventures.