Classic Young Readers: 219 books

Ralph on the Railroad is a turn-of-the-century adventure series for boys, similar in vein to the Tom Swift adventures, which is probably the most famous of the genre of the era. The series employs standardized formula: a young and indomitable hero sets out to earn his way, facing foes and finding...

Dave Darrin's back, this time during World War One, fighting German mine layers. Thrilling action and complex maneuvers make this a tale for youngsters and older readers alike.

A collection of short stories involving family, friends, and others. Great reading for younger readers, and for bedtime stories.

Peggy Raymond goes to college and encounters friends, acquaintances, and mystery. Written for young ladies, but appropriate reading for all.

Continuing the Motor Boys series, this time out in the open Atlantic, where the Motor Boys have a chase and other adventures.

This tale has for a long time been listed as a book for younger readers. After much discussion, it was decided by our staff to list it as general adult. Parents may want to read it before letting their children read it. It is NOT sexual or anything like that. It is a very sad, very sorrowful tale of a boy and his dog. It brought tears to the eyes of our compiler.

Ralph on the Railroad is a turn-of-the-century adventure series for boys, similar in vein to the Tom Swift adventures, which is probably the most famous of the genre of the era. The series employs standardized formula: a young and indomitable hero sets out to earn his way, facing foes and finding...

Humorous tale of a young man and the rest of his female family.

Tale of a young lady and her friends.

A well-written tale of treasure under the sea, originally written for young men, but very thrilling, exciting reading for all.

A young man builds an airship to win a $20,000 prize.

A tale of survival and adventure, written for young men between the ages of 10-20.

Written with teen women in mind, this is a tale of the War of 1812, with Britain burning down the White House. Although written for younger readers, this is a thrilling, romantic tale for all who love great writing.

An unusual tale for younger readers.