Author |
Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 |
Title |
The Floating Light of the Goodwin Sands
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Note |
Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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Summary |
"The Floating Light of the Goodwin Sands" by R. M. Ballantyne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the adventures and life of people associated with floating lighthouses off the British coast, particularly one known as the Gull-Light. As the narrative unfolds, the reader is introduced to various characters, including a curious traveler with keen grey eyes and the crew of the Gull, each with their separate challenges and interactions with fate. At the start of the book, the author presents a preface that outlines the significance of floating lighthouses and the lives of their crews, establishing a tone of wonder and respect for these unique vessels. In the opening chapter, readers meet a mysterious traveler who arrives at Ramsgate, seeking information about a man named Jones, which hints at an impending conflict. The traveler’s inquiries set a mysterious tone, foreshadowing deeper entanglements as he interacts with the crew of the Gull-Light, including Mr. Welton, the mate, and his son Jim. As the scene develops, there remains a sense of anticipation and curiosity surrounding the traveler’s purpose, the historical setting of lighthouses, and the looming dangers of the sea, paving the way for intriguing adventures to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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Subject |
Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Shipwrecks -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Young men -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Lighthouses -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Courtship -- Juvenile fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
21735 |
Release Date |
Jun 7, 2007 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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