At the back of the world : Wanderings over many lands and seas by Pugh and Pugh

"At the Back of the World: Wanderings over Many Lands and Seas" by George and Jennie Pugh is a memoir likely written in the early 20th century. The account chronicles the maritime adventures of the author, who, fascinated by the sea from a young age, embarks on a journey filled with exploration, camaraderie, and personal growth as he encounters different cultures and challenges along the oceans. The narrative is likely enriched with vivid descriptions of various locations and the lessons learned throughout his travels. The opening of the work introduces us to a young boy from Liverpool who dreams of becoming a sailor, captivated by the stories shared by sailors at the docks. The narrative unfolds as he recalls how, after a series of incidents, his mother sends him to sea at the age of fourteen, paving the way for a life of adventure. We follow him as he secures a position aboard a ship, the "Bertie," and begins his apprenticeship as an ordinary seaman, learning the ropes under the guidance of his mentors and forming friendships with his crewmates while eager to embrace the challenges of life at sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Pugh, George
Author Pugh, Jennie
Title At the back of the world : Wanderings over many lands and seas
Original Publication United Kingdom: Lynwood and Co., Ltd., 1913.
Credits Gary Baker
Reading Level Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 71571
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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