Ned, Bob and Jerry at Boxwood Hall; Or, The Motor Boys as Freshmen

"Ned, Bob and Jerry at Boxwood Hall; Or, The Motor Boys as Freshmen" by Clarence Young is a children's adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows three young friends, Ned Slade, Bob Baker, and Jerry Hopkins, as they embark on new adventures in college life at Boxwood Hall. The boys, accustomed to excitement from their previous escapades, are on the brink of experiencing new challenges and fun as they transition from carefree youths to young men preparing for the responsibilities of adulthood. The beginning of the novel introduces readers to the trio as they reflect on a meeting among their parents, which seems to suggest important changes in their lives. While driving in their automobile, they witness a road accident and heroically assist the trapped driver, Mr. Hobson. Following this incident, the boys learn about their transition to college life at Boxwood Hall, where they expect to encounter new experiences, sports, and challenges. The chapter sets the stage for their adventures, hinting at both humorous and thrilling moments that await them in this new chapter of their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Clarence Young was a house pseudonym used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate for series of books for boys, the most well-known being the "Motor Boys" series.