"Phaeton Rogers: A Novel of Boy Life" by Rossiter Johnson is a heartwarming story that explores the adventures of a young boy named Phaeton Rogers, whose energy and curiosity lead him and his pals into all sorts of fun situations. The book showcases their friendships and ingenuity, highlighting the good times and challenges they face as they grow up. It starts with an exciting horse ride where they try to control a horse named Dobbin; with loads of funny accidents that show Phaeton's active attitude and how creative he can be. As the boys take the horse to pasture, they face funny problems, like dealing with town dogs and getting through a canal. The book uses humor and nostalgia, which sets the scene for Phaeton learning about the world, as well as creative ideas and friendships that make his childhood special.
Phaeton Rogers: A Novel of Boy Life
By Rossiter Johnson
A spirited boy and his friends embark on a series of comical adventures and imaginative inventions, capturing the essence of boyhood in a charming and nostalgic tale.
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About the AuthorRossiter Johnson was an American author and editor. He edited several encyclopedias, dictionaries, and books, and was one of the first editors to publish "pocket" editions of the classics. He was also an author of histories, novels, and poetry. Among his best known works was Phaeton Rogers, a novel of boyhood in Rochester, New York, where Johnson was born.
Rossiter Johnson was an American author and editor. He edited several encyclopedias, dictionaries, and books, and was one of the first editors to publish "pocket" editions of the classics. He was also an author of histories, novels, and poetry. Among his best known works was Phaeton Rogers, a novel of boyhood in Rochester, New York, where Johnson was born.
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