** "Boy Scouts in the White Mountains: The Story of a Long Hike" by Walter Prichard Eaton is a tale set in the early 1900s, chronicling a group of Boy Scouts, with Art Bruce and Peanut Morrison at the forefront, as they set off on an exciting hike through the White Mountains, promising a journey full of friendship and discovery. The story highlights the themes of camaraderie, the beauty of nature, and the traditional growing up experiences tied to scouting. The story begins with Art at a school play, revealing his dislike for such performances and desire for outdoor adventures. Prompted by their desire to hike the White Mountains, Art and Peanut start planning their trip, preparing to motivate their friends to save up for the trip. This beginning establishes the stage for their adventure, pointing out their lively characters and different viewpoints as the boys enthusiastically gear up, demonstrating eagerness and a resolve launch into an unforgettable experience in nature, where they seek to challenge themselves and mature. **
Boy Scouts in the White Mountains: The Story of a Long Hike
By Walter Prichard Eaton
** Fueled by dreams of adventure, a band of young scouts venture into the wild, hoping to forge unbreakable bonds and discover their true selves amidst the towering peaks of the White Mountains.
Summary
About the AuthorWalter Prichard Eaton was an American theatre critic and author. He was born in Massachusetts, graduated from Harvard, and was a drama critic for various newspapers and magazines. He also wrote numerous books on the theater and was a professor of playwriting at Yale. His papers are at the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library at the University of Virginia.
Walter Prichard Eaton was an American theatre critic and author. He was born in Massachusetts, graduated from Harvard, and was a drama critic for various newspapers and magazines. He also wrote numerous books on the theater and was a professor of playwriting at Yale. His papers are at the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library at the University of Virginia.
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