In Burt L. Standish's 'Frank Merriwell's Backers; Or, The Pride of His Friends', readers are immersed in a thrilling tale of friendship, loyalty, and courage within a sportsman's context. The book features vivid descriptions and engaging dialogue, placing it firmly within the realm of classic American adventure literature. Standish's narrative style keeps readers captivated as they follow Frank Merriwell's journey through challenges and triumphs, ultimately showcasing the true meaning of friendship and support. The novel's exploration of themes such as teamwork and dedication resonates with readers of all ages, making it a timeless classic in the realm of adventure fiction. Standish's careful attention to detail and character development sets 'Frank Merriwell's Backers' apart as a must-read for fans of the genre, offering both entertainment and valuable life lessons. Recommended for those seeking a gripping and inspiring story of camaraderie and perseverance in the face of adversity.

This carefully edited collection of adventure & mystery novels has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of Contents: William George "Gilbert" Patten (1866-1945) was a writer of adventure novels, better known by his pen name Burt L. Standish. Patten used many other pseudonyms and wrote westerns and science-fiction novels, but he is most famous for his sporting stories in the Merriwell series with brothers Frank and Dick Merriwell, who became icons of All-American sportsmanship. Apart from the Merriwell stories, Patten wrote 75 complete novels and an unknown number of stories. In total, some 500 million of his books were in print, making him one of the best-selling fiction authors of all time. Table of Contents: The Merriwell Series: Frank Merriwell's Limit (Calling a Halt) Frank Merriwell's Chums Frank Merriwell Down South Frank Merriwell's Bravery Frank Merriwell at Yale (Freshman Against Freshman) Frank Merriwell's Races Frank Merriwell's Alarm (Doing His Best) Frank Merriwell's Athletes (The Boys Who Won) Frank Merriwell's Champions (All in the Game) Frank Merriwell's Return to Yale Frank Merriwell's Cruise Frank Merriwell's New Comedian (The Rise of a Star) Frank Merriwell's Reward Frank Merriwell's Backers (The Pride of His Friends) Frank Merriwell's Triumph (The Disappearance of Felicia) Frank Merriwell's Pursuit (How to Win) Frank Merriwell's Son (A Chip off the Old Block) Frank Merriwell's Nobility (The Tragedy of the Ocean Tramp) Frank Merriwell, Junior's Golden Trail (The Fugitive Professor) Dick Merriwell's Trap (The Chap Who Bungled) Dick Merriwell Abroad (The Ban of the Terrible Ten) Dick Merriwell's Pranks (Lively Times in the Orient) Other Novels: Owen Clancy's Happy Trail (The Motor Wizard in California) Lefty Locke, Pitcher-Manager