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1995-09-01
Public domain in the USA.
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Burroughs, Edgar Rice
1875
1950
The Mucker
Originally published serially as "The Mucker" and "The Return of the Mucker"
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mucker
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"The Mucker" by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story centers around Billy Byrne, a young man from the rough streets of Chicago who is deeply entrenched in a life of crime and disorder. The narrative unfolds as Billy's reckless lifestyle leads him to a series of violent altercations, pushing him toward a fate that takes him away from his familiar surroundings and into unfamiliar territories. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Billy Byrne's chaotic upbringing on the West Side of Chicago, where he learns the ways of street fighting and petty crime. The beginning recounts his adventures, including a fight with a gang member, his burgeoning desire to become a boxer, and his relationship with a police officer from his neighborhood. However, after being framed for a robbery, Billy is forced to flee Chicago, eventually finding himself on a ship that will lead to further chaos and confrontation. As the opening chapters progress, the narrative hints at Billy's transformation and the upcoming challenges he will face, setting the stage for a thrilling tale of action, crime, and survival. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Adventure stories
American fiction -- 20th century
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Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
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