Fire at Red Lake

Robert LeckieProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

2.8

Word count: 184K words
Chapters: 19

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Fire at Red Lake by Robert LeckieAuthor: Leckie, Robert, 1920-2001,Language: English, Class: PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres, Release Date: Oct 19, 2015

Editor's review

Fire at Red Lake comes from Robert Leckie, a historian of U.S. Marine Corps combat, and falls under juvenile literature; it is short and briskly paced. Leckie excelled at turning historical background into vivid scenes, and this small book continues his approach of emphasizing character action and environmental tension. The story unfolds around Red Lake and serves as an accessible entry point for young readers new to historical fiction. This edition is the English-language ebook released by Project Gutenberg, with clean formatting and easy access, suitable for reading on screen or in print. It is not a weighty work of historiography and does not aim for complex technique; instead, it tells a complete, tight story in limited space, suited to being read in one sitting during a commute, before bed, or as classroom extension reading, while offering a chance to encounter the themes of courage and choice common in Leckie's narratives.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Young readers looking for short English stories to practice reading
General readers interested in historical juvenile fiction
English teachers needing classroom extension materials
Readers who enjoy Leckie's style and want to read his early work

Not a good fit for

Adult readers expecting deep historical research or war detail
Literary fans who prefer long, complex novels
Readers who need a Chinese translation and cannot read the English original

Reading tips

Read through once to grasp the plot, then a second time to note characters' choices and changes amid conflict.
While reading, compare the place names and period setting in the story, and keep a simple timeline to aid understanding.
Plan to read it in one or two sittings, then discuss the themes of courage and responsibility with peers.
English learners can copy out short sentences and imitate Leckie's concise, forceful narration.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Is this book suitable for English beginners to read directly?

It is short and the sentences are not complex, so readers with basic English reading ability can try it. If vocabulary is limited, use a dictionary or start with an annotated edition, focus on plot and character relationships, and do not read word by word.

Is it a history book or a fictional story?

The information shows the book is classified as juvenile literature, a novel for young readers rather than a strict historical study. Read it as a story, with the historical background as an aid to understanding the plot.

What should I note when reading the ebook?

This is the English ebook released by Project Gutenberg and is easy to obtain. Choose an eye-friendly device or print it out, and note the edition information. As a public-domain ebook, its formatting may differ from a paper book; if you encounter format issues, try another reader.

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About the author

Robert Leckie Author · American · 1920–2001

Robert Leckie (1920–2001) was an American military historian and a World War II Marine veteran who took part in the campaigns at Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester, and Peleliu. His 1957 war memoir Helmet for My Pillow became a bestseller and later served as source material for the HBO series The Pacific. He wrote more than forty books in his lifetime, and the library holds six of his works, including Troubled Waters, Secret Mission to Alaska, Danger at Mormon Crossing, Stormy Voyage, Black Treasure, and Fire at Red Lake, whose subjects often involve maritime adventure and wartime operations. His writing is known for its firsthand perspective and narrative drive, combining military action with suspense; public information on the detailed background of these works is limited.