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A boarding-school community is portrayed through the seasonal lives of its students, where athletics and friendships structure daily routines. The narrative follows Dan Vinton and his classmates as they return from vacation, receive a new student whose presence complicates social dynamics, and take part in hockey, baseball and other contests that reveal rivalries. Episodes of snow fights, classroom politics, and a near-drowning with a subsequent rescue intersperse practice scenes and examinations, building toward a decisive baseball showdown. Characters respond to setbacks by developing cooperation, responsibility and sportsmanship.

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Ralph Henry Barbour

Ralph Henry Barbour was an American author known for his engaging stories aimed primarily at young readers. His works often revolve around themes of sports, adventure, and camaraderie, reflecting the values of friendship and perseverance. Barbour's notable titles include "Behind the Line: A Story of College Life and Football" and "A Maid in Arcady," which showcase his ability to blend excitement with moral lessons. With a prolific output of over seventy works, he contributed significantly to early 20th-century children's literature, particularly in the genre of sports fiction.

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