The Adventures of Captain Horn by Frank R. Stockton

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Author Stockton, Frank R., 1834-1902
Title The Adventures of Captain Horn
Note Sequel: Mrs. Cliff's Yacht, #30848.
Credits Produced by Suzanne Shell, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "The Adventures of Captain Horn" by Frank R. Stockton is an adventure novel likely written during the early 20th century. The story follows Captain Philip Horn, who navigates a perilous journey after his ship, the "Castor", encounters a devastating tornado off the Peruvian coast. Alongside him are three passengers, including two ladies and a young boy, each facing the unknown dangers of the sea and the treacherous wilderness as they seek refuge. The beginning of the book sets the stage for an unfolding survival saga. After the shipwreck, Captain Horn and the remaining crew manage to escape in lifeboats, aiming to reach the uninhabited coast of Peru. Upon arrival, they establish a camp but soon discover the growing peril that surrounds them—both from the harsh elements and the lurking threat of the Rackbirds, a gang of ruthless brigands. As Horn grapples with the responsibility of keeping his party safe, mysterious events unfold, revealing hidden dangers and unexpected allies among the indigenous people. With suspense building as the characters navigate their new reality, the opening chapters create a gripping foundation for a tale of courage, resourcefulness, and adventure against formidable odds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Ship captains -- Fiction
Subject Conduct of life -- Fiction
Subject Siblings -- Fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Treasure troves -- Fiction
Subject Outdoor life -- Fiction
Subject Sailors -- Fiction
Subject Shipwrecks -- Fiction
Subject Voyages and travels -- Fiction
Subject Peru -- Fiction
Subject Brigands and robbers -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 12190
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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