Raftmates: A Story of the Great River by Kirk Munroe

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Author Munroe, Kirk, 1850-1930
Title Raftmates: A Story of the Great River
Credits E-text prepared by Al Haines
Summary "Raftmates: A Story of the Great River" by Kirk Munroe is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Winn Caspar, a young boy filled with aspirations, who embarks on a significant adventure aboard a raft named the "Venture" on the mighty Mississippi River. As Winn attempts to navigate life and responsibilities away from his home, he encounters the complexities of leadership and personal growth. The opening of the novel introduces Winn and his excitement about the raft he helped build, symbolizing his adventure into the wider world. He eagerly awaits the high waters that will allow them to set sail for a journey filled with promise. However, his impatience leads to a series of impulsive decisions, such as attempting to fix the boom holding back logs, which ultimately leads to the raft floating away without him being prepared. As he reflects on his behavior and his relationship with his family, the narrative sets the stage for an exploration of resilience, bravery, and the lessons he will learn throughout his voyage down the river. The themes of growth, responsibility, and adventure permeate the early chapters, inviting readers into a journey both literal and metaphorical. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Mississippi River -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 19303
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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