The Iron Boys in the Mines; or, Starting at the Bottom of the Shaft by Mears
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About this eBook
| Author | Mears, James R. |
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| Title | The Iron Boys in the Mines; or, Starting at the Bottom of the Shaft |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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Produced by Dianna Adair, Stephen Hutcheson, Rod Crawford, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Iron Boys in the Mines; or, Starting at the Bottom of the Shaft" by James R. Mears is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young boy named Stephen Rush, who is determined to secure a job in the iron mines to support his family after the death of his father. Mears intricately explores themes of perseverance, ambition, and the harsh realities of mining life. At the start of the book, we meet Steve Rush as he navigates the challenges of securing a job at a mining company. His initial encounter with Mr. Carrhart, the president of the mining company, showcases his determination and strong spirit. After a series of confrontations, particularly with an office boy and eventually with the mine’s superintendent, Steve is ultimately offered a position as a miner’s helper, setting the stage for his journey down into the depths of the mines. The reader is introduced to the gritty world of mining, along with the camaraderie and conflicts that Steve faces, suggesting a narrative rich with both adventure and personal growth as he fights to prove himself in a tough industry. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Iron mines and mining -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39083 |
| Release Date | Mar 9, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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