Skinny McCord, a juvenile adventure novel by Percy Keese Fitzhugh, was first published in 1928. Set at Temple Camp, it follows the story of Skinny, a shy scout whose loyalty to his runaway half-brother, Danny, leads him to make difficult choices between loyalty and the ideals of scouting. The novel explores themes of courage and identity as Skinny navigates camp life while trying to help Danny, who is hiding from a reform school. Fitzhugh's work is notable for its realistic portrayal of scouting life and its influence on the Boy Scouts of America.
