The Banner Boy Scouts; or, The Struggle for Leadership

"The Banner Boy Scouts; or, The Struggle for Leadership" by George A. Warren is a story focused on a close-knit group of boys in Stanhope who create a Boy Scout patrol under the guidance of their eager leader, Paul Morrison. The novel follows their adventures and emphasizes the importance of friendship and the values of scouting as they explore the outdoors and deal with local rivals. The narrative begins with Paul rallying his friends in a hidden barn to discuss forming the patrol, which immediately fills them with excitement. Their plans are disrupted when Ted Slavin and his group arrive, looking for trouble. The book kicks off with an adventurous feel, highlighting the boys’ strong bonds and determination as they overcome obstacles, both environmental and from rivals, and implying that the story will explore honor and personal development through scouting.