Behind The Line A Story Of College Life And Football - Couverture souple

Henry Barbour, Ralph

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9361429965 ISBN 13 : 9789361429965

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2024

Synopsis

"Behind the Line" is a completely unique written by way of Ralph Henry Barbour, a prolific American writer seemed for his works inside the young man or woman and sports activities fiction genres. This novel offers reader a compelling glimpse into the area of university soccer at some level in the early 20th century. The tale revolves around the studies of Hal Paine, a university soccer participant who faces annoying conditions each on and rancid the field. As Hal navigates the rigorous needs of soccer exercise and the competitive nature of the game, he additionally grapples with non-public and academic struggles. The novel provides a vibrant portrayal of the camaraderie among teammates, the pressures of collegiate athletics, and the boom of the protagonist as he confronts numerous barriers. "Behind the Line" captures the spirit of American university existence inside the context of early 20th-century football life-style. Barbour skillfully combines factors of sportsmanship, friendship, and private development, growing a story that resonates with readers inquisitive about the dynamics of collegiate sports and the approaching-of-age adventure of its characters.

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À propos de l'auteur

Ralph Henry Barbour, born on November 13, 1870, and passing away on February 19, 1944, turned into an esteemed American novelist recognized for his important frame of work in sports activities fiction centered closer to young male readers. He extensively co-authored beneath the pseudonym Richard Stillman Powell with L. H. Bickford, generating works like "Phyllis in Bohemia." Although renowned for his sports-themed novels, he delved into a spectrum of writing, crafting mild romances and adventurous stories. Over the course of his career, Barbour authored in excess of one hundred novels, alongside severa brief stories. Notably in 1904, book writer D. Appleton & Co. Launched several sports-themed books edited by way of Ralph Henry Barbour. These books, arranged through a unique agreement with American Sports Publishing, included data drawn from previous Spalding Athletic Library guides. Barbour's legacy stays intertwined with his prolific contributions to younger grownup literature, especially in the realm of sports fiction, where his storytelling prowess engaged and captivated readers. His diverse repertoire encompassed themes past sports activities, showcasing his versatility as an author in genres along with romance and adventure, leaving an enduring impact on the sector of literature.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9361429965
• ISBN 13: 9789361429965
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 156
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