An Amateur Fireman by James Otis

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Author Otis, James, 1848-1912
Illustrator Cary, William de la Montagne, 1840-1922
Title An Amateur Fireman
Note Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "An Amateur Fireman" by James Otis is a youthful adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Seth Bartlett, a determined fourteen-year-old boy with aspirations of joining the Fire Department. Despite being a bootblack living in a shed, Seth spends his time learning everything about firefighting, eager for the day he can officially call himself a fireman. The beginning of the novel introduces us to Seth and his friend Dan Roberts as they engage in a discussion about Seth's ambition to become a fireman, despite the skepticism of Dan. After a series of events that highlight Seth's resilience and perspective on life, including the tension created by a boy named Jip Collins who threatens to set fire to Seth’s living quarters, the narrative sets the stage for action and challenges ahead. This portion establishes Seth’s character and determination, giving readers a glimpse into the adventures and trials he will face as he works towards his goal amidst the backdrop of his humble living conditions and friendships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Detective and mystery stories
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Boys -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Rescues -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Newspaper vendors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Fire fighters -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Homeless boys -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Courage -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Heroes -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Shoe shiners -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Arson -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 33242
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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