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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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Produktbeschreibung
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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Charles Austin Fosdick, better known under his nom de plume as Harry Castlemon, was a prolific 19th-century American author renowned for his adventure fiction and juvenile novels. Born on September 6, 1842, in Randolph, New York, Fosdick began writing his stories at a young age, which reflected his ardor for adventure and a deep-seated veneration for moral integrity. His career as a writer took off shortly after he served in the Civil War, a period which undoubtedly influenced his literary themes and patriotic sentiment. 'The Steel Horse; or, The Rambles of a Bicycle' is one of Fosdick's emblematic works, capturing the zeitgeist of his time when bicycles were becoming a popular mode of transport and a new symbol of personal freedom. It is within the pages of this novel that readers can witness Fosdick's narrative prowess, as he splendidly weaves character growth within the vicissitudes of adventure-typifying much of his body of work. Fosdick's literary style is characterized by his dedication to realism, strong ethical undercurrents, and vivid depiction of male camaraderie, which has made his work a cornerstone in classic American literature for young readers. Despite his death on August 22, 1915, Fosdick's legacy lives on through his writings that continue to inspire and entertain new generations.