"The Boy Scouts in a Trapper's Camp" by Thornton W. Burgess is an exciting adventure novel that follows a group of Boy Scouts as they immerse themselves in the wilderness and learn from a seasoned trapper. In this thrilling story, the Boy Scouts venture into the wild and set up camp in the company of a knowledgeable trapper. Under his guidance, they explore the natural world, learn essential survival skills, and gain an appreciation for the environment. Throughout their adventure, they encounter various challenges and opportunities to demonstrate their resourcefulness and teamwork. The novel celebrates the spirit of outdoor exploration, environmental stewardship, and the values of the Boy Scouts, including self-reliance and a deep respect for nature. It portrays how these young scouts develop a deep connection to the wilderness and its inhabitants. Thornton W. Burgess's storytelling captures the beauty of the natural world and offers an action-packed narrative that highlights the educational and character-building aspects of scouting and outdoor adventure.

The 1st ed. includes an index to v. 28-36 of St. Nicholas.

Orpheus in Manhattan is the first comprehensive biography of Schuman that draws heavily upon his writings and on other archival materials. Filled with new discoveries and revisions of the received historical narrative, Orpheus in Manhattan repositions Schuman as a major figure in America's musical life.

Boys' Life is the official youth magazine for the Boy Scouts of America. Published since 1911, it contains a proven mix of news, nature, sports, history, fiction, science, comics, and Scouting.