Harper's Round Table, March 3, 1896

"Harper's Round Table, March 3, 1896" by Various collects diverse stories and articles for young readers from the late 1800s, with adventures, historical snapshots, and cultural glimpses. One story, "A Boy of 1775" by Molly Elliot Seawell, revolves around a sixteen-year-old named Jack Leverett caught in the turbulent lead-up to the American Revolution, focusing on his bravery and love for his country. At the beginning, Jack Leverett meets Captain Moore on the British ship "Margaretta", where he cleverly hides his real feelings as the captain tries to figure out where Jack and his family stand with the King. The stakes get even higher when Jack crosses paths with Jerry O’Brien, who owns the "Priscilla", and together they come up with a risky plan to seize the British ship. Now, their exciting scheme against the British is born, setting the scene for a thrilling adventure during on a significant time in American history.