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Ralph Henry Barbour (November 13, 1870 - February 19, 1944) was an American novelist, who primarily wrote popular works of sports fiction for boys. In collaboration with L. H. Bickford, he also wrote as Richard Stillman Powell, notably Phyllis in Bohemia. Other works included... Read Full Overview

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"We ought to be there in about twenty minutes," observed Arnold Deering, glancing at his watch. One of his companions in the day-coach tossed the magazine he had been idly glancing through, to the top of the pile of suitcases beside him, yawned widely, and nodded without enthusiasm... Read Full Overview

"We ought to be there in about twenty minutes," observed Arnold Deering, glancing at his watch. One of his companions in the day-coach tossed the magazine he had been idly glancing through, to the top of the pile of suitcases beside him, yawned widely, and nodded without enthusiasm... Read Full Overview

"Fourth Down " by Ralph Henry Barbour is a classic tale of teamwork and sportsmanship set in the vibrant world of a boarding school. This engaging juvenile fiction explores the challenges and triumphs of high school football, capturing the spirit of camaraderie and the importance... Read Full Overview

"Fourth Down " by Ralph Henry Barbour is a classic tale of teamwork and sportsmanship set in the vibrant world of a boarding school. This engaging juvenile fiction explores the challenges and triumphs of high school football, capturing the spirit of camaraderie and the importance... Read Full Overview

Fourth down is a young adult sports novel that captures the lives of students at a boarding school as they navigate friendship, competition, and the pressures of school and athletics. The story opens with students returning after summer vacation, filled with mixed emotions about... Read Full Overview