The Wreck of the Red Bird: A Story of the Carolina Coast by George Cary Eggleston

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Author Eggleston, George Cary, 1839-1911
Title The Wreck of the Red Bird: A Story of the Carolina Coast
Note Reading ease score: 87.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Wreck of the Red Bird: A Story of the Carolina Coast" by George Cary Eggleston is a novel written in the late 19th century. This coming-of-age tale centers around a group of boys, primarily featuring Ned Cooke, who embark on an adventurous journey during their summer on the Carolina coast. The narrative explores themes of friendship, nature, and the trials of youth amidst the robust backdrop of seaside life. At the start of the story, Ned and his friends arrive at Bluffton for what they expect to be a summer filled with fun and exploration. They are greeted by the affectionate and humorous Maum Sally while they revel in the joys of coastal living. However, their adventures take a turn when they learn that Ned's uncle and aunt are away, leaving the boys in charge of themselves. The boys quickly decide to embrace their freedom, leading to plans for sailing and exploring nearby islands, while their carefree days are colored by the blend of childish enthusiasm and the uncanny realities of their environment. Their initial light-hearted exploits evolve into more serious challenges, including the wreck of their boat, the loss of supplies, and the need to adapt to their unfolding situation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Boys -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Shipwreck survival -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Sailing -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Rescues -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Shipwrecks -- Juvenile fiction
Subject African Americans -- Juvenile fiction
Subject South Carolina -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 40941
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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