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The Steel Horse (eBook, ePUB) - Fosdick, Charles Austin
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Charles Austin Fosdick, under the pen name Harry Castlemon, delights readers with 'The Steel Horse,' a late 19th-century novel poised at the intersection of adventure and the emergence of the bicycle as a symbol of freedom and exploration. This piece of juvenile fiction places young Joe Waring and his companions at the heart of its narrative-boys on the brink of manhood, experiencing the world through the spokes of their steel steeds. The prose imbues the liberating era of American pastoral excursion with boyish vigor, while weaving in cultural touchstones of the time, making it an enduring…mehr

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Charles Austin Fosdick, under the pen name Harry Castlemon, delights readers with 'The Steel Horse,' a late 19th-century novel poised at the intersection of adventure and the emergence of the bicycle as a symbol of freedom and exploration. This piece of juvenile fiction places young Joe Waring and his companions at the heart of its narrative-boys on the brink of manhood, experiencing the world through the spokes of their steel steeds. The prose imbues the liberating era of American pastoral excursion with boyish vigor, while weaving in cultural touchstones of the time, making it an enduring chronicle of youth and mobility in that historical context. The story seamlessly integrates the thrill of adventure with the coming-of-age genre, capturing the reader with its rich, descriptive style and relatable characters. Charles Austin Fosdick penned 'The Steel Horse' out of an eagerness to captivate young minds and foster an adventurous spirit. His extensive bibliography of over 50 youth-centric novels suggests a deep-rooted passion for juvenile literature. Moreover, Fosdick's own experiences as a soldier in the American Civil War and his subsequent engagement with young audiences may explain his facility in relating powerful narratives of adventure and camaraderie, resonant with his readership's fascinations and aspirations at the time. 'The Steel Horse' stands as a nostalgic yet vibrant invitation, recommended for readers who cherish historical adventure and seek a window into the youthful spirits of an American past. The timeless qualities of friendship, freedom, and courage shroud the novel, endowing it with an enduring appeal for those exploring the genre of vintage juvenile adventure literature and those interested in the turning point in our journey toward modern transportation and recreation.

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