The Boys of Columbia High on the River: Or, The Boat Race Plot That Failed

Published in 1911, 'The Boys of Columbia High on the River' by Graham B. Forbes is a children's adventure novel that follows Frank Allen and his friend Lanky Wallace as they navigate the challenges of high school sports and friendship. After their boat is sabotaged, they find themselves marooned on Rattail Island, leading to a series of humorous and suspenseful events as they attempt to uncover the culprit behind the sabotage. The story explores themes of rivalry, camaraderie, and the trials of growing up within a competitive school environment.