The Story of Nelson by William Henry Giles Kingston

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Author Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Title The Story of Nelson
also "The Grateful Indian", "The Boatswain's Son"
Note Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "The Story of Nelson" by William Henry Giles Kingston is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The foremost tale centers around Lord Horatio Nelson, exploring his life and adventures at sea as recounted by a character who admired him, weaving together historical elements with a personal narrative. The other stories delve into different settings, such as farming in North America and a young boy's rise to naval ranks, reflective of the themes of bravery and the sea's challenges. The opening of the book introduces the narrative through a young boy's desire to become a sailor, which leads him to Greenwich Hospital to meet veterans who served under Nelson. The young narrator's admiration for Nelson is clear as he expresses his longing for adventure on the sea. This setting establishes a critical backdrop, as an old naval officer begins to recount his memories of Nelson, highlighting the captain's courage and charisma during pivotal moments in maritime history. In this way, the book sets the stage for exploring not only the iconic naval hero but also the world of seafaring life that shaped his legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Children's stories
Subject Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Ship captains -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 23504
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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