David goes voyaging by David Binney Putnam
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"David Goes Voyaging" by David Binney Putnam is a children's adventure book written in the early 20th century, specifically in the mid-1920s. This unique account recounts the experiences of a young boy, David, as he embarks on an expedition aboard the research vessel Arcturus, exploring the Galápagos Islands and the Pacific Ocean. Written from David's perspective, the book covers themes of exploration, education, and the wonders of nature. In his narrative, David
shares his journey filled with awe and excitement, detailing encounters with various marine and terrestrial life, including sea lions, giant lizards, and unique fish species. He vividly describes the scientific research conducted aboard the ship, including deep-sea dredging and collecting specimens, while also recounting the adventures and challenges faced during their travels. The book captures the spirit of curiosity and discovery, making it an engaging read for young audiences interested in animals, nature, and exploration. David's reflections, accompanied by illustrations, create a charming picture of his youthful adventures in a world filled with wonder. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Putnam, David Binney, 1913-1992 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Beebe, William, 1877-1962 |
| Illustrator | Cooper, Isabel, 1892-1984 |
| Illustrator | Dickerman, Donald Horace, 1895-1981 |
| Illustrator | Franklin, Dwight, 1888-1971 |
| LoC No. | 25019287 |
| Title | David goes voyaging |
| Original Publication | United States: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1925. |
| Note | The eleven-year-old author's account of a voyage of the steam yacht Arcturus in 1925. |
| Credits | Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Voyages and travels -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 74551 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-74551-0 |
| Release Date | Oct 10, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 609 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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