"REALLY, I can hardly believe that it's winter at all," declared Mrs. Tremaine, languidly, as she threw open her deck coat. "I find it hard" "Now, my dear, don't try to do anything hard. It's sure to fatigue you," laughed Henry Tremaine, coming up from the cabin companionway, where he had paused long enough to light a pipe. "But here it is," argued Mr. Tremaine's pretty young wife, "well into the month of December. We are out at sea, out of sight of land, save for a few of these horrid keys. There's hardly any breeze; the sun is warm-so warm, in fact, that I am afraid it will work ravages with my complexion. And, actually, the air is so warm and so full of indolence that I feel more inclined to go below and sleep than to do anything else." Though Mrs. Tremaine was not more than twenty-four years of age, her husband was a middle-aged man who had seen many more nooks of the world than she had. "My dear," he answered, "you are just beginning to experience the charm of the Florida winter."

In 'The Motor Boat Club in Florida; or, Laying the Ghost of Alligator Swamp' by H. Irving Hancock, readers are taken on an adventure through the swamps of Florida with a group of friends who form the Motor Boat Club. The book, written in a straightforward and engaging style, is a classic example of early 20th-century adventure literature with a focus on friendship, bravery, and the natural world. The descriptions of the Florida landscape are vivid and immersive, allowing readers to feel like they are right there in the swamp with the characters. Hancock's use of dialogue adds authenticity to the story, making the characters feel like real people facing real challenges. Overall, the book provides a thrilling and entertaining read for those interested in adventure stories or early American literature. H. Irving Hancock, a prolific writer of adventure stories for young readers, drew on his own experiences and love of nature to write 'The Motor Boat Club in Florida.' His background in journalism and his passion for outdoor activities likely inspired the detailed and realistic settings found in the book. Hancock's understanding of the importance of friendship and bravery is evident in the way he develops his characters and their relationships throughout the story. I highly recommend 'The Motor Boat Club in Florida; or, Laying the Ghost of Alligator Swamp' to readers who enjoy classic adventure literature, stories of friendship and bravery, or those interested in early 20th-century American fiction. Hancock's engaging storytelling and vivid descriptions make this book a must-read for fans of the genre.

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"Dick Prescott spends a pleasant summer at home on his furlough, then he goes back to West Point -- a Second Classman. There follows another year of work and play. An accident in the riding hall sends Dick to the Cadet hospital with an injured spine that threatens to put an end to his cadet days. His greatest joy comes on Commencement day when the medical examiners tell him that there is no question about his full recovery"--Dust jacket flap.