The Steel Horse: The Rambles of a Bicycle


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The Steel Horse; Or, the Rambles of a Bicycle


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Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.




The Steel Horse or the Rambles of a Bicycle


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"The Steel Horse" is a collection of stories and anecdotes related to the author's vast experiences cycling. A fascinating insight into the state of the sport at a time when it experienced an explosion of popularity, this volume is highly recommended for modern cycling enthusiasts and those with an interest in the history of the sport. Contents include: "In Which I make my Bow", "The Strange Wheelman", "A Care of Mistaken Identity", "Rowr Shelly, the Runaway", "Roy in Trouble", "Another Surprise for Roy", "Some Startling News", "On Board the White Squall", "A Swim in Rought Water", "The Boy who Wouldn't be Pumped", "On the Road Again", "Joe's Wild Ride", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the History of the Bicycle.




The Steel Horse


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Excerpt from The Steel Horse: Or the Rambles of a Bicycle "Scotland's a-burning I Look out, fellows! Put on the brakes, or you will be right on top of it the first thing you know." "On top of what?" Why, can't you see? If it hadn't been for my lamp I should have taken the worst header anybody ever heard of. How some fellows can run around on their wheels after dark without a light, and take the chances of breaking their necks, beats my time, I wouldn't do it for any money." About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.




The Steel Horse (Esprios Classics)


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Charles Austin Fosdick (September 6, 1842 - August 22, 1915), better known by his nom de plume Harry Castlemon, was a prolific writer of juvenile stories and novels, intended mainly for boys. He was born in Randolph, New York, and received a high school diploma from Central High School in Buffalo, New York. He served in the Union Navy from 1862 to 1865, during the American Civil War, acting as the receiver and superintendent of coal for the Mississippi River Squadron. Fosdick had begun to write as a teenager, and drew on his experiences serving in the Navy in such early novels as Frank on a Gunboat (1864) and Frank on the Lower Mississippi (1867). He soon became the most-read author for boys in the post-Civil War era, the golden age of children's literature.




The Steel Horse


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This is a story for young readers (mostly male) about a series of adventures on a steel horse (a bicycle). The story is told through the eyes of the bicycle ass Joe Waring and his friends spend their summer holidays riding around the countryside. The story is set in America.




Snagged and Sunk


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Reproduction of the original: Snagged and Sunk by Harry Castlemon




Snagged and Sunk; Or, The Adventures of a Canvas Canoe


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In "Snagged and Sunk; Or, The Adventures of a Canvas Canoe" by Harry Castlemon, readers are immersed in a thrilling tale of adventure and survival set against the backdrop of the American wilderness. Castlemon's vivid descriptions and fast-paced narrative style bring the dangers and excitement of canoeing to life, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in outdoor exploration and risk-taking escapades. The protagonist's journey through treacherous waters and unexpected challenges keeps readers on the edge of their seats, eager to find out what will happen next. The book sheds light on the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. Castlemon's attention to detail and engaging storytelling make this work a classic in the adventure genre. Harry Castlemon, a pseudonym for Charles Austin Fosdick, drew on his own experiences as a writer and outdoor enthusiast to craft a story that captures the essence of the wilderness and the thrill of exploration. As a prolific author of children's adventure novels, Castlemon's expertise shines through in this gripping and compelling tale. Fans of outdoor adventures and coming-of-age stories will find themselves captivated by the escapades in" Snagged and Sunk; Or, The Adventures of a Canvas Canoe."