Ralph Henry Barbour

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Rivals For The Team A Story Of School Life And Football

Beschreibung

Rivals for the team: A story of school life and football explores the intense energy of youthful ambition and the pressures of proving oneself in a competitive school setting. Within the backdrop of a prep school, the novel immerses readers in the tension between personal growth and the collective demands of a sports team. It enhances the portrayal of the excitement and restlessness that comes with seasonal change, shifting from carefree summer days to the structured demands of academic and athletic life. The story reflects on the emotional currents running beneath school traditions, the importance of loyalty, and the subtle push and pull between individual identity and the expectations of a group. Football becomes more than just a game; it serves as a lens through which the characters confront discipline, resilience, and the meaning of belonging. The novel draws attention to how new environments and unfamiliar personalities challenge comfort zones, making space for reflection on acceptance and adaptability. It enriches the exploration of how youthful bonds are shaped, tested, and strengthened when set against the backdrop of competition and change, ultimately capturing the universal struggles of finding one s place within a dynamic social world.

Autor

Ralph Henry Barbour was an American author best known for writing sports fiction targeted at young male readers. Born on November 13, 1870, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, he was the son of George W. Barbour and Frances A. Barbour. He developed a strong interest in storytelling early on and later became particularly known for capturing the ideals of youth, teamwork, and sportsmanship in his writing. Much of his work centered on school and college life, especially through stories that revolved around athletics such as football, baseball, and track. In addition to his solo efforts, Barbour collaborated with L. H. Bickford under the pseudonym Richard Stillman Powell, producing works that included light romantic adventures like Phyllis in Bohemia. While he focused largely on sports fiction, he also ventured into writing lighthearted romances and general adventure stories. His style often celebrated the virtues of character, friendship, and perseverance, traits that resonated deeply with his young audience. Barbour's writing left a lasting impression on early 20th-century juvenile literature. He passed away on February 19, 1944, at the age of 73, leaving behind a body of work that continued to influence the genre of youth-oriented sports fiction.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 178
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Mai 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 232g
• ISBN-13: 9789371461405
• ISBN-10: 9371461403
• Artikelnr.: 74927270