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Frank Merriwell's Chums is a classic adventure novel written by Burt L. Standish and first published in 1902. The story follows the adventures of Frank Merriwell and his friends as they attend Fardale Military Academy. Frank is a talented athlete and scholar who quickly becomes popular among his peers. His friends include Bart Hodge, a tough and mischievous student, and Jack Diamond, a wealthy and privileged classmate.The novel is set against the backdrop of the academy, where the boys engage in various activities such as sports, academics, and military training. However, their peaceful existence is threatened by a group of bullies who are determined to make their lives miserable. Frank and his friends must use their wits and strength to stand up to the bullies and protect themselves and their fellow students.The book is filled with exciting action scenes, including thrilling sports matches, intense military drills, and dramatic confrontations with the bullies. It also explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and courage. The characters are well-developed and relatable, making it easy for readers to become invested in their story.Overall, Frank Merriwell's Chums is a classic adventure novel that will appeal to readers of all ages. It is a timeless tale of friendship, courage, and standing up for what is right, and it continues to be enjoyed by readers over a century after its initial publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.