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The Putnam Hall Cadets; or, Good Times in School and Out

By Edward Stratemeyer
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A lively boys' boarding-school tale follows a group of cadets through daily routines, pranks, and preparations for a formal corps including elections and drills. Episodes range from boat races, picnics, and athletic contests to encounters with a circus and wild animals, and include mischievous punishments, a school fire, a snow burial, and a mysterious disappearance that prompts rescues and a perilous escape. Themes emphasize friendship, courage, teamwork, fair play, and the social hierarchy of school life while the plot binds episodic adventures into a cohesive coming-of-age sequence of tests and moral lessons.

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Edward Stratemeyer

Edward Stratemeyer was an American author and publisher, best known for creating a number of popular children's book series in the early 20th century. He founded the Stratemeyer Syndicate, which produced series such as the "Hardy Boys" and "Nancy Drew," shaping the landscape of juvenile literature. Stratemeyer wrote under various pseudonyms and was known for his ability to engage young readers with adventurous and moralistic tales. His works, including titles like "A Young Inventor's Pluck" and "Dave Porter and His Classmates," often featured themes of bravery, ingenuity, and friendship, making him a significant figure in American literary heritage.

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