Author

Carolyn Judson Burnett

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Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fictionTeenage girls -- Juvenile fictionFloods -- Juvenile fictionGermans -- Foreign countries -- Juvenile fictionHorse racing -- Betting -- Corrupt practices -- Juvenile fictionKentucky -- Juvenile fictionKentucky Derby -- Juvenile fictionMexico -- History -- Revolution, 1910-1920 -- Juvenile fictionNicaragua -- Juvenile fictionOcean travel -- Juvenile fictionPanama Canal (Panama) -- Description and travel -- Juvenile fictionRansom -- Juvenile fictionRevolutionaries -- Juvenile fictionSteamboats -- Juvenile fiction

Books by Carolyn Judson Burnett

The Blue Grass Seminary Girls on the Water
 Or, Exciting Adventures on a Summer Cruise Through the Panama Canal

"The Blue Grass Seminary Girls on the Water" by Carolyn Judson Burnett is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. This adventure story follows the enthusiastic and spirited characters, particularly Shirley Willing and her close friend Mabel Ashton, as they set out for a summer trip filled with excitement and unexpected turns related to their journey. At its heart, the book explores themes of friendship, courage, and adventure against the backdrop of an era marked by exploration and wonder. At the start of the novel, Shirley and Mabel express their desire for adventure, which quickly leads to a planning session with their fathers to embark on a trip through the Panama Canal. The early chapters introduce us to their lively personalities, emphasizing their close bond and occasional flirtation with danger. As they prepare for their journey, readers are drawn into their childhood reminiscences and plans, amidst charming mischief. The introduction of Dick Stanley, a young reporter who aims to join their voyage, adds an element of romantic tension and intrigue, setting the stage for the thrilling escapades that await them.

The Blue Grass Seminary Girls' Vacation Adventures
 Or, Shirley Willing to the Rescue

"The Blue Grass Seminary Girls' Vacation Adventures" by Carolyn Judson Burnett is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Shirley Willing, a brave and determined young girl, as she embarks on a vacation adventure filled with excitement and danger. Set against a backdrop of natural disaster, the narrative showcases themes of heroism, friendship, and the spirited resolve of young women. At the start of the novel, Shirley finds herself in a dire situation as a dam has broken, threatening the lives of people living in the valley below. In a display of courage, she seizes a horse from a bewildered boy and races against the rising floodwaters to warn the local residents. As she gallantly gallops from farmhouse to farmhouse, she skillfully alerts families to the impending danger, saving many from disaster. Meanwhile, the opening chapters introduce her close friends Mabel and Lois and set the stage for their summer vacation adventures, intertwining elements of suspense and camaraderie as they navigate unexpected challenges.