Copper Coleson's Ghost

Summary

"Copper Coleson's Ghost" by Edward P. Hendrick is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set in the fictional town of Truesdell, the story revolves around a group of teenage friends who become intrigued by the mysterious and abandoned Coleson house, rumored to be haunted. The main characters, including Ned Blake and his newly acquainted friend Dick Somers, embark on an adventure that intertwines their youthful camaraderie with elements of mystery and ghostly legends. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Ned Blake and his friends as they engage in typical teenage activities of summer, including climbing trees and working out in makeshift gyms. They notice a new boy, Dick Somers, moving into the neighborhood, and their initial interactions hint at both friendships and potential conflicts, particularly with a local bully named Dan Slade. The narrative quickly shifts as the boys head out to explore the legend of Copper Coleson’s mine and the strange happenings surrounding it, setting the stage for a blend of adventure and supernatural elements that promise to engage the reader throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)