Plane and Plank; or, The Mishaps of a Mechanic

Name: Plane and Plank; or, The Mishaps of a Mechanic
Author: Oliver Optic

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CEFR level: B2
Length: 30 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

A determined young mechanic sets out to master carpentry along the bustling Missouri River, navigating challenges both in his trade and in life. Amidst new places and temptations, he learns the value of steady purpose, hard work, and moral strength.

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