A classic school story from Talbot Baines Reed, "The Master of the Shell" plunges readers into the world of a British boarding school where the spirit of competition and camaraderie reigns supreme. Set against the backdrop of youthful ambition and the pursuit of excellence, this timeless tale explores the bonds of friendship forged in the crucible of athletic endeavor. Central to the narrative is the thrilling world of rowing, with the looming shadow of the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race adding a layer of prestige and high ...
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A classic school story from Talbot Baines Reed, "The Master of the Shell" plunges readers into the world of a British boarding school where the spirit of competition and camaraderie reigns supreme. Set against the backdrop of youthful ambition and the pursuit of excellence, this timeless tale explores the bonds of friendship forged in the crucible of athletic endeavor. Central to the narrative is the thrilling world of rowing, with the looming shadow of the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race adding a layer of prestige and high stakes. The rigorous training, the intense rivalries, and the unwavering dedication to teamwork are all vividly portrayed in this enduring work of juvenile fiction. A celebration of sportsmanship and the values of loyalty and perseverance, "The Master of the Shell" offers a glimpse into a bygone era of school life and the enduring appeal of competitive sports. This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the original text, allowing readers to experience this classic story as it was originally intended. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Add this copy of The Master of the Shell to cart. $6.68, good condition, Sold by John C. Newland rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Cheltenham, Glos., UNITED KINGDOM, published 1925 by Religious Tract Society / The Boy's Own Paper.
Edition:
1925, Religious Tract Society / The Boy's Own Paper
Publisher:
Religious Tract Society / The Boy's Own Paper
Published:
1925
Language:
English
Alibris ID:
11954221021
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