The House Boat Boys; Or, Drifting Down to the Sunny South
The House Boat Boys; Or, Drifting Down to the Sunny South
Adventure, American Literature, Children & Young Adult Reading, Novels
The House Boat Boys; Or, Drifting Down to the Sunny South is a late 19th-century juvenile fiction novel by St. George Rathborne. It follows friends Maurice Pemberton and Thad Tucker as they embark on an adventurous journey down the Ohio River, aiming to reach New Orleans. Facing challenges from their home lives and navigating unpredictable waters on a makeshift shanty-boat, the boys experience the realities of friendship, resourcefulness, and youthful enthusiasm. The story captures the spirit of adventure and exploration during their quest for excitement and camaraderie.
