Mark Tidd His Adventures And Strategies - Couverture souple

Kelland, Clarence Budington

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9371138572 ISBN 13 : 9789371138574

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2025

Synopsis

Mark Tidd: His adventures and strategies follows the humorous and charming escapades of Mark Tidd and his friends in a small town. The story begins with the arrival of Mark and his family, immediately introducing the eccentricities of Mark's father and the warmth of his mother. The boys quickly form a friendship with Mark, whose inventive nature and unique personality add flair to their adventures. Early in the novel, the boys engage in playful activities, from secret societies to mischief-filled schemes, while also becoming involved in Mark's father s turbine project. This invention becomes central to the unfolding drama, particularly when a mysterious stranger shows interest in it. As the boys bond over their shared experiences, the narrative delves into their relationships, highlighting loyalty, friendship, and the growing pains of childhood. The whimsical tone sets the stage for Mark s inventive spirit to shine, driving the plot forward as the boys navigate their youthful curiosity and the complexities of life in their evolving world.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Clarence Budington Kelland was an American writer. He was a notable literary personality in his heyday, describing himself as "the best second-rate writer in America" and being prolific and versatile. His most well-known juvenile works were the Mark Tidd and Catty Atkins series, while his best-known adult work was the Scattergood Baines series. Kelland's other famous adult books include: Conflict (1920), Rhoda Fair (1925), Hard Money (1930), Arizona (1939), and Dangerous Angel (1953). Kelland's name lives on in hundreds of films based on his works, notably Speak Easily (1932), starring Buster Keaton. The film Mr. Deeds Goes to Town (1936), starring Gary Cooper, was based on the Kelland serial Opera Hat from The American Magazine. Opera Hat was eventually adapted into the short-lived television series Mr. Deeds Goes to Town (1969 70) and the film Mr. Deeds (2002). One of Kelland's most well-known characters, Scattergood Baines, appeared in six Hollywood pictures from 1941 to 1943, starring Guy Kibbee as Baines. The Baines character was a benevolent but often misunderstood guy who tried to aid the residents of his little village.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9371138572
• ISBN 13: 9789371138574
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 154
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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