Charlie To The Rescue

Charlie to the Rescue

by R. M. Ballantyne

Charlie Brooke is a young boy with a heart of gold. He is always looking for ways to help others, even when it puts himself in danger. In this book, Charlie's latest rescue attempt could turn out to be his most dangerous yet. When he learns that a group of children are trapped in a burning building, he doesn't hesitate to rush in and save them. But the fire is too intense, and Charlie is soon trapped himself. With the help of his friends, Charlie is able to escape the burning building, but he is badly injured. In the end, Charlie's bravery and selflessness are rewarded, and he is hailed as a hero.

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R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish novelist and journalist, best known for his adventure stories for boys. He was a prolific writer, publishing over 80 books during his lifetime. His novels we...

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