The Cruise of the "Dainty"; Or, Rovings in the Pacific by Kingston
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"The Cruise of the 'Dainty'; Or, Rovings in the Pacific" by William H. G. Kingston is an adventurous novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows the escapades of Harry Morton and his brother Ned on their schooner, the Dainty, as they navigate the treacherous waters of the Pacific, dealing with hostile natives, trying weather conditions, and unexpected challenges. Along the way, they encounter various characters, including a young stowaway
named Dick Tilston, whose journey intertwines with the crew's mission. The opening of the story introduces the reader to the Dainty as she drifts in a calamitous calm on the Pacific Ocean. The crew is portrayed as a mix of experienced sailors and eager novices, including Harry, who tries to maintain buoyancy amid their frustrations and the oppressive heat. The narrative swiftly establishes an air of tension as they anticipate the dangers lurking in these waters, including perilous reefs and the potential hostility of the islanders. As preparations for their upcoming adventures unfold, themes of responsibility and camaraderie amongst the crew begin to shine through, particularly as they prepare to confront the challenges both at sea and on the islands they aim to explore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Cruise of the "Dainty"; Or, Rovings in the Pacific |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Sailors -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Schooners -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Islands of the Pacific -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Missions -- Islands of the Pacific -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21456 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-21456-6 |
| Release Date | May 15, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 550 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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