Frank Merriwell's False Friend; Or, An Investment in Human Nature

"Frank Merriwell's False Friend; Or, An Investment in Human Nature" by Burt L. Standish is a tale set in the early 1900s that centers around Frank Merriwell, a celebrated student athlete at Yale University, whose mysterious disappearance shakes the foundations of his social circles and sports team. Amidst the anxiety and rumors surrounding his perplexing vanishing act, the narrative explores themes of allegiance, competition, and moral strength, highlighting Merriwell as a symbol of righteousness amid the turmoil. Starting with Merriwell’s absence disrupting the Yale baseball team's preparations for a crucial trip, it introduces Dade Morgan, an ambitious newcomer eager to prove himself, and Bart Hodge, a loyal companion steadfast in his defense of Merriwell’s reputation, promising a journey through athletic rivalries and the trials of camaraderie. As the story emerges, hints of hidden scandals and underlying personal battles begin to surface.