Happy Jack, and Other Tales of the Sea by William Henry Giles Kingston
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About this eBook
| Author | Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880 |
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| Title | Happy Jack, and Other Tales of the Sea |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Summary | "Happy Jack, and Other Tales of the Sea" by William Henry Giles Kingston is a collection of maritime adventure stories written in the mid-19th century. The narrative follows the young and lively protagonist, known as "Happy Jack," who embarks on a journey at sea, eager to explore the world and prove his mettle. With a vibrant personality and a penchant for mischief, Jack encounters the challenges and dangers of life aboard the brig "Naiad", as well as the camaraderie and hardships faced by sailors. At the start of the story, we are introduced to Jack, a buoyant fourteen-year-old eager to go to sea, much to the chagrin of his father, who had aspirations for him in a more respectable profession. He sets off from home with a mix of excitement and trepidation, quickly discovering the stark realities of life on a merchant vessel. As Jack engages with the crew and navigates his new world, he faces rough conditions and harsh treatment while forging friendships, particularly with a young boy named Clement. The opening chapters set the stage for Jack's adventures, as he learns about the rigors of seamanship, experiences the thrill and danger of sailing, and begins to understand what it truly means to be a sailor. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21392 |
| Release Date | May 8, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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