L. P. (Levi Parker) Wyman
The Golden Boys at the Haunted Camp
"The Golden Boys at the Haunted Camp" by L. P. Wyman is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around brothers Bob and Jack Golden, two resourceful boys who embark on a thrilling mission to solve the mystery of a haunted camp in Maine. Throughout their adventure, they find themselves encountering various challenges, including dealing with potentially supernatural happenings and unruly characters in a remote wilderness setting. The beginning of the book introduces Bob and Jack as they receive a curious proposal from a man named Mr. Stokes about a seemingly haunted camp where strange occurrences have scared away guests. Despite their initial skepticism about ghosts, Bob and Jack are intrigued by the challenge and the opportunity to earn money for solving the mystery. As they prepare for their trip to Chesuncook Lake, the narrative hints at their upcoming encounters with unusual happenings and the overall suspense of ghostly tales, setting the stage for a mix of adventure and mystery that will appeal to young readers.