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Johnson, Rossiter
1840
1931
Johnson, Edwin Rossiter
Phaeton Rogers: A Novel of Boy Life
Produced by Ron Swanson
"Phaeton Rogers: A Novel of Boy Life" by Rossiter Johnson is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the lively exploits of Phaeton Rogers, a spirited boy who seems to attract adventure wherever he goes. In this coming-of-age tale, the narrative captures the essence of childhood as Phaeton and his friends navigate various escapades and inventions, revealing their personalities and the charm of boyhood. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Phaeton's character through a delightful morning ride with his friends. The opening chapter details their attempts to manage a horse named Dobbin, leading to various amusing mishaps that showcase Phaeton's adventurous spirit and ingenuity. As they embark on a journey to take the horse to pasture, the boys face comical challenges, including encounters with the town's dogs and navigating a canal. This humorous and nostalgic tone sets the stage for Phaeton's exploration of the world, interspersed with imaginative inventions and meaningful friendships that define his boyhood experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Boys -- Juvenile fiction
Poetry -- Juvenile fiction
Aunts -- Juvenile fiction
Police -- Juvenile fiction
Balloons -- Juvenile fiction
Local transit -- Juvenile fiction
Printing -- Juvenile fiction
Rochester (N.Y.) -- Juvenile fiction
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Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
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