Campmates: A Story of the Plains by Kirk Munroe
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Munroe, Kirk, 1850-1930
English
"Campmates: A Story of the Plains" by Kirk Munroe is a fictional adventure novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story follows young Glen Eddy, a boy who has recently learned of his adoptive status after surviving a tragic train wreck that claimed his true mother's life. Set against the backdrop of early railroading and expanding settl...
maturity as Glen navigates his new life. The beginning of the story introduces us to Glen's challenging journey as he travels by a slow, uncomfortable train to reunite with his army officer father at a fort in the West. The scene is vivid with descriptions of weather-related travel woes, highlighting the dangers faced by passengers, including a weary young mother and her baby—a crucial subplot that foreshadows events to come. After the train encounters a catastrophic accident due to flooding, only Glen and his rescuer, the engine-driver Luke Matherson, survive. As the story unfolds, Glen, now without any known family, is left to discover his identity and purpose while embarking on a new adventure under the guidance of Mr. Hobart, a civil engineer, learning about his aspirations and the challenges that come with them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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David Martin
3 months agoThe digital formatting makes it very easy to navigate.
Jennifer Thompson
4 months agoThis digital copy caught my eye due to its reputation, the quality of the diagrams and illustrations (if applicable) is top-notch. A perfect balance of theory and practical advice.
Deborah Miller
1 year agoGood quality content.
Thomas Hill
9 months agoAfter finishing this book, the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. Exactly what I needed.
Jennifer Moore
4 months agoHaving read the author's previous works, the clarity of the writing makes even the most dense sections readable. It cleared up a lot of the confusion I had previously.