Harper's Young People, August 15, 1882 An Illustrated Weekly

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Four ambitious boys navigate friendship and financial hurdles as they plan a canoe trip filled with conflicting advice and outdoor escapades.

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Children & Young Adult Reading Encyclopedias/Dictionaries/Reference

Released

2019-05-01

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Summary

"Harper's Young People, August 15, 1882" by Various is a magazine issue for young people from the late 1800s, filled with stories designed to entertain and teach. A highlight is "The Cruise of the Canoe Club" by W. L. Alden, a tale of four friends—Charley, Tom, Harry, and Joe—who dream of a grand canoe trip but quickly face the reality of their empty pockets; as they work together to make their dream a reality, they consider selling their sailboat and collect conflicting advice, leading to humorous situations that explore friendship, problem-solving, and the joy of outdoor adventures.