Burt L. Standish
William George "Gilbert" Patten was a writer of dime novels and is best known as author of the Frank Merriwell stories, with the pen name Burt L. Standish.
Frank Merriwell's Bravery
Mistaken for a notorious outlaw, a young man must summon all his courage to clear his name and escape the hangman's noose.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell's Chums
At a military academy, a popular cadet and his friends face challenges of friendship and morality as one of them battles a gambling addiction.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell's False Friend; Or, An Investment in Human Nature
When a revered Yale athlete suddenly vanishes, his friends must untangle rumors and navigate rivalries to uncover the truth behind his disappearance.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell, Jr., in Arizona; or, Clearing a Rival's Record
In the Arizona wilderness, a young athlete and his friends face trials of loyalty and rivalry as they navigate challenges, while a quest for revenge intertwines destinies.
By Burt L. Standish
Dick Merriwell's Trap; Or, The Chap Who Bungled
In a world of sports, rivalries, and personal trials, a young hero must overcome a teammate's jealousy and lead his team to victory while proving his unwavering commitment to honor.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell's New Comedian; Or, The Rise of a Star
Witness a resilient playwright's journey from the depths of failure to the promise of renewed success as he uncovers hidden treasure and confronts treacherous foes in the dazzling world of theater.
By Burt L. Standish
The Rockspur Eleven: A Fine Football Story for Boys
In a world of friendship and rivalry, a young football player must conquer his temper to overcome a cocky new coach and lead his team to victory.
By Burt L. Standish
Dick Merriwell's Aëro Dash; Or, Winning Above the Clouds
In a world of speed and recklessness, a hero rises to seek justice for an innocent victim, chasing a coward who leaves a young girl hurt and alone.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell's Return to Yale
A beloved college athlete's return to campus turns sour when he's wrongly accused of cheating, and he must clear his name.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell's Races
A brave college student must outsmart his enemies to protect his prized racehorse and achieve victory on the track.
By Burt L. Standish
Dick Merriwell's Heroic Players; Or, How the Yale Nine Won the Championship
** Brothers risk everything to stand against classmates trying to tear them down while trying to achieve championship status.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell's Chase; Or, Exciting Times Afloat
A celebrated athlete's relaxing sailing trip becomes a dangerous game of cat and mouse as a vengeful enemy emerges from the shadows.
By Burt L. Standish
When Titans Drive
In a world of timber and treachery, a young man must rise above sabotage and rivalries to save his livelihood from ruin.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell, Jr.'s, Helping Hand; Or, Fair Play and No Favors
In a world of athletic contests and personal trials, a young man must face a rival to clear his name and prove his worth.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell's Diamond Foes; Or, Straight Over the Plate
In a high-stakes baseball game, two friends stand up for what's right as they battle a deceitful Colonel to save a family's home and prove that integrity can triumph over corruption.
By Burt L. Standish
Owen Clancy's Happy Trail; Or, The Motor Wizard in California
A young man's frantic search for his father in a bustling city erupts into hilarious chaos as he mistakes a stranger for his long-lost parent, sparking a wild adventure filled with friendship and family.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell on the Road; Or, The All-Star Combination
A courageous young hero and his pals join a chaotic theater group, facing wild mishaps and testing the limits of friendship on a rollicking adventure.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell on the Boulevards; Or, Astonishing the Europeans
An American boy and his friends find themselves in Paris, where their friendship is tested through adventure and conflict.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell's Athletes; Or, The Boys Who Won
Bound by friendship and a thirst for justice, a group of young athletes find themselves in a whirlwind of danger as they navigate the treacherous path set before them.
By Burt L. Standish
Frank Merriwell's Alarm; Or, Doing His Best
When a group of friends face deadly issues in the middle of the desert, they must work through internal conflict and nature's violent curveballs to survive.
By Burt L. Standish