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The Rover Boys on Land and Sea: The Crusoes of Seven Islands

By Edward Stratemeyer
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The story follows three brothers and their companions as a storm destroys their yacht and forces them aboard a tramp steamer bound for Honolulu. Stranded far from home, they endure further disasters: the steamer founders and several characters become castaways on a cluster of tropical islands, where they organize shelter, find food, explore unfamiliar flora and fauna, and confront human foes and wild beasts. Episodes include shipboard peril, rescues and transfers, coral-island explorations, attacks on a wreck, a storm that threatens their refuge, and the joint defense of a cave until relief arrives. Practical seamanship, resourcefulness, and cooperation drive their survival.

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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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