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Title: William Adolphus Turnpike

Credits: E-text prepared by Al Haines

Summary: "William Adolphus Turnpike" by William Banks is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the character William Adolphus Turnpike, a spirited office boy in Toronto who brings a mix of humor and youthful exuberance to his encounters in the bustling city. As he navigates the complexities of work, family, and friendships, the book appears to explore themes of ambition, social dynamics, and the nuances of growing up in a rapidly changing urban environment. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to William and his father, who find themselves at a politically charged gathering in a hall filled with immigrants. Through William’s lively descriptions and sharp observations, the opening scenes set the stage for his character while illustrating the colorful tapestry of Toronto's multicultural society. His father’s humorous but misguided comments create a comedic backdrop, revealing both generational gaps and the diverse personalities present at the meeting. As William sets off to assume the role of an office boy, his quick wit and determination promise an engaging journey filled with encounters that will shape his young life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 77.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Author: Banks, William, 1859?-1920

EBook No.: 25562

Published: May 22, 2008

Downloads: 161

Language: English

Subject: Canada -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: William Adolphus Turnpike

Credits: E-text prepared by Al Haines

Summary: "William Adolphus Turnpike" by William Banks is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the character William Adolphus Turnpike, a spirited office boy in Toronto who brings a mix of humor and youthful exuberance to his encounters in the bustling city. As he navigates the complexities of work, family, and friendships, the book appears to explore themes of ambition, social dynamics, and the nuances of growing up in a rapidly changing urban environment. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to William and his father, who find themselves at a politically charged gathering in a hall filled with immigrants. Through William’s lively descriptions and sharp observations, the opening scenes set the stage for his character while illustrating the colorful tapestry of Toronto's multicultural society. His father’s humorous but misguided comments create a comedic backdrop, revealing both generational gaps and the diverse personalities present at the meeting. As William sets off to assume the role of an office boy, his quick wit and determination promise an engaging journey filled with encounters that will shape his young life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 77.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Author: Banks, William, 1859?-1920

EBook No.: 25562

Published: May 22, 2008

Downloads: 161

Language: English

Subject: Canada -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.