MAKING THE NINE
THIS story is lively and worth telling, and the life presented is that of a real school, interesting, diversified, and full of striking incidents, while the characters are true and consistent types of American boyhood and youth. The athletics are technically correct, abounding in helpful suggestions, soundly and wisely given, and the moral tone is high and set by action rather than preaching.
“The story is healthful, for, while it exalts athletics, it does not overlook the fact that studious habits and noble character are imperative needs for those who would win success in life.”—Herald and Presbyter, Cincinnati.
IN THE LINE
TELLS how a stalwart young student won his position as guard, and at the same time made equally marked progress in the formation of character. It introduces the leading arguments for and against football in connection with the difficulties to be overcome before the hero’s father finally consents to allow his son to represent his academy in this way.
“The book gives boys an interesting story, much football information, and many lessons in true manliness.”—Watchman, Boston.
JACK TENFIELD’S STAR