Poor Jack by Frederick Marryat
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"Poor Jack" by Captain Marryat is a novel likely written in the early 19th century. The story centers on Jack, the son of a sailor, and unfolds against the backdrop of maritime life, exploring themes of class, family dynamics, and personal growth through the lens of Jack's often troubled upbringing. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Jack's father, who recounts his own humble beginnings and navy experiences, as
well as the tumultuous marriage to Jack's mother, Araminta, who aspires to be more than her station allows. The opening chapters describe their strained relationship, highlighted by comical and tragic events, including the father's public embarrassment and domestic strife, leading to a diverse array of characters that enrich Jack's world. Jack himself is portrayed as a neglected child trying to navigate the chaos of his family life, emphasizing his resilience and desire for a better future amid the hardships he faces. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Marryat, Frederick, 1792-1848 |
|---|---|
| Title | Poor Jack |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poor_Jack |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Kirschner, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Poor -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14222 |
| Release Date | Nov 30, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 501 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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