Dick Merriwell's Day; Or, Iron Nerve by Burt L. Standish
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"Dick Merriwell's Day; Or, Iron Nerve" by Burt L. Standish is a sports novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the titular character, Dick Merriwell, who is the captain of the Fairhaven baseball team as they battle for championship glory in a competitive league. The narrative emphasizes themes of sportsmanship, determination, and camaraderie while showcasing the excitement of athletic contests. The beginning of the novel sets the stage
for a tight race for the pennant, with the Fairhaven team facing a crucial game against the Rockford team. Following a tense match that ended in defeat for Fairhaven, Dick Merriwell and his teammates prepare for the next game, eager to secure their place in the standings. However, as Dick's friend and catcher, Buckhart, begins to feel unwell for unusual reasons, the atmosphere becomes increasingly fraught with tension. Suspense builds as it is revealed that the opposition is attempting to sabotage Fairhaven, introducing conflict that will play out as the story unfolds. The opening chapters effectively establish a sense of urgency and anticipation for the upcoming game while highlighting the integrity and challenges faced by the characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Standish, Burt L., 1866-1945 |
|---|---|
| Title | Dick Merriwell's Day; Or, Iron Nerve |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Baseball -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Dime novels |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61174 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61174-7 |
| Release Date | Jan 14, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 329 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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