** "The Dozen from Lakerim" by Rupert Hughes is a heartwarming tale of a tight-knit group of boys from Lakerim who decide to stick together and chase their athletic dreams at Kingston Academy. Led by the spirited Tug, this crew faces the uncertainties and thrills of growing up as they transition from their small town into a bigger world. Through the ups and downs of friendship, fierce competition, and the everyday drama of school life, the story highlights the power of loyalty and the challenges of holding onto what matters most when life pulls you in different directions, showcasing the journey of these young men as they navigate adolescence and the importance of unity. **
The Dozen from Lakerim
By Rupert Hughes
** Twelve loyal friends dare to leave everything they know behind, risking it all for a shared dream of athletic glory, but their brotherhood is put to the ultimate test as they confront new rivalries and the growing pains of youth.
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About the AuthorRupert Raleigh Hughes was an American novelist, film director, Oscar-nominated screenwriter, military officer, and music composer. He was the brother of Howard R. Hughes Sr. and uncle of billionaire Howard R. Hughes Jr. His three-volume scholarly biography of George Washington broke new ground in demythologizing Washington and was well received by historians. A staunch anti-Communist, in the 1940s he served as president of the American Writers Association, a group of anti-Communist writers.
Rupert Raleigh Hughes was an American novelist, film director, Oscar-nominated screenwriter, military officer, and music composer. He was the brother of Howard R. Hughes Sr. and uncle of billionaire Howard R. Hughes Jr. His three-volume scholarly biography of George Washington broke new ground in demythologizing Washington and was well received by historians. A staunch anti-Communist, in the 1940s he served as president of the American Writers Association, a group of anti-Communist writers.
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