The Dozen from Lakerim

Name: The Dozen from Lakerim
Author: Rupert Hughes

By Rupert Hughes

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A tight-knit group of twelve schoolboys build an athletic club and club-house, then face turmoil when several members prepare to attend a nearby preparatory academy, threatening the group's unity. Debates over loyalty, ambition, and future schooling lead to rivalries, pranks, and determined schemes as members decide whether to stay together or pursue new opportunities. The narrative follows their friendships, athletic contests, schoolboy antics, and the trials of growing up in a small town, balancing play and preparation for college while testing bonds of fellowship and local pride.

About the Author

Rupert Hughes

Rupert Hughes was an American author, playwright, and biographer, known for his diverse contributions to literature in the early 20th century. He wrote novels, essays, and critical studies, often exploring themes of music and human relationships. Among his notable works is "The Cup of Fury: A Novel of Cities and Shipyards," which reflects his interest in the intersection of urban life and personal drama. Hughes also delved into the lives of musicians, as seen in his two-volume series "The Love Affairs of Great Musicians." His writings often blend narrative storytelling with cultural commentary, making him a significant figure in American literary heritage.