Complete republication of a book that has been used by generations of American youths, with copious information on such topics as woodcrafting, camping, sailing, as well as notes on developing self-reliance and good citizenship. A delight for Americana enthusiasts, a treasure for collectors. 219 figures and illustrations. Unabridged republication of Boy Scouts of America: The Official Handbook for Boys, originally published by Doubleday, Page & Company, Garden City, New York, 1911.
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