A Floating Home by Cyril Ionides and J. B. Atkins
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"A Floating Home" by Cyril Ionides and J. B. Atkins is a narrative account detailing the experience of living aboard a Thames sailing barge, written in the early 20th century. The book explores the authors' transition from a conventional house to a home on a boat, addressing themes of financial practicality, appreciation for marine life, and the allure of a water-bound existence. The primary focus is on the Ionides family, particularly the
owner Cyril Ionides, as they navigate the challenges and joys of adapting their lives to this unconventional lifestyle. The opening of "A Floating Home" presents the rationale behind the Ionides family's decision to live on a barge. Faced with the realization that they could not afford a suitable home for their growing children and longing for the freedom associated with life on the water, Cyril proposes the idea of purchasing a vessel as their new dwelling. The initial conversation reveals both excitement and trepidation, as discussions center on the practicality of living aboard, the cost savings associated with avoiding rent, and the benefits of a marine lifestyle. The narrative sets the stage for their adventures, highlighting their enthusiasm and ambition while foreshadowing the adjustments they must make for their unique choice of home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ionides, Cyril |
|---|---|
| Author | Atkins, J. B. (John Black), 1871-1954 |
| Illustrator | Bennett, Arnold, 1867-1931 |
| LoC No. | 19005929 |
| Title | A Floating Home |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Thames River (England) |
| Subject | Boats and boating |
| Subject | Essex (England) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42091 |
| Release Date | Feb 13, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 622 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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