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Pemrose Lorry Camp Fire Girl: The Journey of a Camp Fire Girl and Her Inventor Father

Pemrose Lorry Camp Fire Girl: The Journey of a Camp Fire Girl and Her Inventor Father

Hornibrook, Isabel

Paperback

Classic FictionLiterary Fiction

ISBN13: 9791041825578
Publisher: Culturea
Published: Aug 26 2023
Pages: 154
Weight: 0.46
Height: 0.36 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English
Pemrose Lorry, Camp Fire Girl by Isabel Hornibrook is a captivating tale of adventure, courage, and the pursuit of dreams. The story follows Pemrose Lorry, a spirited fifteen-year-old Camp Fire Girl, who is deeply involved in her father Toandoah's groundbreaking invention-a rocket, whimsically named the Thunder Bird, designed to reach the moon. Pemrose, affectionately called Pem, is not only her father's confidante but also his enthusiastic supporter, sharing his experience of conquering space. The narrative begins with Pem's excitement about the upcoming experiments with a smaller model of the Thunder Bird, which is set to be tested on Mount Greylock. However, the path to realizing this dream is fraught with challenges, including financial constraints and the stipulations of a peculiar will left by a family friend, Hartley Graham. The will's final installment, which could potentially fund the invention, is contingent upon the return of Graham's estranged brother, Treffrey, who has been missing for years. Amidst these uncertainties, Pem's courage is put to the test during a train accident, where she heroically saves her friend Una Grosvenor, mending their strained friendship. As the story unfolds, Pem's unwavering belief in her father's invention and her own inner strength shine through, embodying the spirit of a true Camp Fire Girl. The narrative is rich with themes of loyalty, perseverance, and the transformative power of hope, as Pem and her father navigate the complexities of change and familial bonds.

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