The Polly Page Yacht Club
by OpenStories
Original author: Izola L. Forrester
"The Polly Page Yacht Club" by Izola L. Forrester is a novel written in the early 20th century. This charming story revolves around a group of young girls, including the spirited protagonist Polly Page, as they embark on an adventurous summer filled with plans for sailing and exploring Lost Island. The narrative captures themes of friendship, excitement, and the joy of youth, showcasing the girls' determination to launch their very own yacht club. At the start of the book, we meet Polly Page and her friends during a gathering to celebrate the end of their school year. The girls are members of the "Hungry Six Club" and are planning an exciting summer together, with Polly leading the charge. She envisions a vacation on Lost Island filled with outdoor activities, swimming, and learning to sail. As the girls prepare for their adventure, they face the challenges of organizing a trip without adults, all while maintaining their camaraderie and playful spirit. The opening chapters set the stage for their upcoming maritime escapades and the friendships that will deepen throughout their journey.
The Polly Page Yacht Club, by Izola L. Forrester. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #56834.
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20 Chapters
- 1.Chapter I: The Launching Party1,781 words
- 2.Chapter II: Glenwood2,763 words
- 3.Chapter III: Polly Ships Her Crew2,927 words
- 4.Chapter IV: Fitting Out3,080 words
- 5.Chapter V: On Board the “hippocampus”2,763 words
- 6.Chapter VI: Three Days at Sea3,112 words
- 7.Chapter VII: Landing at Lost Island4,449 words
- 8.Chapter VIII: Dropping Anchor3,406 words
- 9.Chapter IX: The Captain Calls3,394 words
- 10.Chapter X: A Home on the Rolling Deep2,694 words
- 11.Chapter XI: Smugglers’ Isle3,986 words
- 12.Chapter XII: “girl Overboard!”2,361 words
- 13.Chapter XIII: Polly’s “current Events”4,886 words
- 14.Chapter XIV: “mr. Smith of Smugglers’ Cove”3,437 words
- 15.Chapter XV: The Pearl Fest3,301 words
- 16.Chapter XVI: The Captain’s Party4,456 words
- 17.Chapter XVII: Polly Prepares2,689 words
- 18.Chapter XVIII: The Regatta4,221 words
- 19.Chapter XIX: The First Event2,585 words
- 20.Chapter XX: The Winner of the Junior Cup2,200 words