| Author |
Standish, Burt L., 1866-1945 |
| Title |
Frank Merriwell's Prosperity; or, Toil Has Its Reward
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 85.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Richard Tonsing, David Edwards, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Frank Merriwell's Prosperity; or, Toil Has Its Reward" by Burt L. Standish is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the main character, Frank Merriwell, a dedicated and principled writer and actor, navigating the complexities of friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of one’s actions within the backdrop of the theater world. The narrative delves into the struggles faced by Merriwell’s friend Bart Hodge, whose impulsive decisions lead to a spiral of conflict, eventual betrayal, and a desperate quest for redemption. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the stage of the Star Theater in Atchison, Kansas, as Frank Merriwell's company prepares for a performance of the play "True Blue." Tension arises when Bart Hodge, a talented but hot-headed actor, exhibits insubordination during rehearsal, leading to a confrontation with stage manager Roscoe Havener. This conflict ignites a deeper rift between Frank and Bart, as Frank attempts to mediate and understand Bart’s frustrations, which stem from a combination of personal pride and recent failures. Ultimately, Bart's emotional outburst culminates in his departure from the company, taking with him a significant amount of Frank's money. The stage is set for a gripping tale of loyalty tested through betrayal and the journey to restore one's honor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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| Subject |
Dime novels
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| Subject |
Merriwell, Frank (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Actors -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64347 |
| Release Date |
Jan 20, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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