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Larry Dexter And The Stolen Boy, Or A Young Reporter On The Lakes, Classics To Go

Larry Dexter and The Stolen Boy is a children's adventure novel written by Howard Roger Garis. The story follows Larry Dexter, a young reporter, as he investigates a case involving the kidnapping of a young boy. Larry, who works for a newspaper, is assigned to cover the story and he quickly becomes determined to solve the case and find the missing boy. Along with his friend Jack, Larry sets out to uncover clues and gather the information that will lead him to the kidnappers. As they investigate, Larry and Jack find themselves in dangerous situations, but they remain committed to their mission. With the help of some unexpected allies, Larry and Jack finally discover the kidnappers' hideout and successfully rescue the missing boy.

Howard Roger Garis

Howard Roger Garis (1873-1962) was an American author and newspaper writer, best known for his children's books featuring the character of Uncle Wiggily Longears. He was born in Binghamton, New York, and grew up in Newark, New Jersey. Garis began his career as a newspaper reporter and editor, working for several newspapers in Newark and New York City. In 1910, he began writing stories for children, creating the character of Uncle Wiggily, an elderly rabbit with a limp who goes on various adventures and helps other animals in need. The Uncle Wiggily series proved to be incredibly popular, with over 70 books and numerous short stories published over the course of several decades. Garis also wrote other children's series, including the "Bedtime Stories" and "Sammie and Susie Littletail" books. In addition to his work as a writer, Garis was also involved in radio broadcasting. He wrote scripts for several radio programs, including "Let's Pretend" and "The Adventures of Uncle Wiggily," which aired on NBC from 1937 to 1950. Howard Roger Garis's contributions to children's literature were significant, and his books remain popular with young readers today. His work helped to popularize the idea of animal characters in children's literature, and his use of simple language and engaging stories made his books accessible to children of all ages.

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