The Silver Medal (1881)

The Silver Medal is a novel written by John Townsend Trowbridge and originally published in 1881. The story revolves around the character of Jack Hazard, a young boy who lives in a small New England town. Jack is a talented athlete and dreams of winning a silver medal in a local track and field competition. However, his dreams are dashed when he falls ill with a serious illness.Despite his setback, Jack remains determined to achieve his goal and with the help of his friends and family, he works hard to recover and train for the competition. Along the way, he learns important lessons about perseverance, hard work, and the importance of friendship and community.The novel is set against the backdrop of small-town life in the late 19th century and offers a glimpse into the challenges and joys of growing up in a simpler time. Trowbridge's writing is engaging and full of vivid descriptions, bringing the world of Jack Hazard and his community to life. The Silver Medal is a timeless coming-of-age story that is sure to resonate with readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.