The Last of the Flatboats: A Story of the Mississippi and Its Interesting Family of Rivers

The Last of the Flatboats, written by George Cary Eggleston and published in 1900, is a juvenile fiction novel set along the Mississippi River. It follows young Phil Lowry and his friends as they embark on an adventurous journey down the river on a self-built flatboat, driven by a quest for profit and camaraderie. The story explores themes of friendship, tenacity, and adventure, as the boys face various challenges, including the mysterious Jim Hughes, who joins their expedition. This novel captures the spirit of early 20th-century American youth and their resourcefulness.