| Author |
Bone, David W. (David William), 1874-1959 |
| Title |
The Brassbounder: A Tale of the Sea
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 88.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"The Brassbounder: A Tale of the Sea" by David W. Bone is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the experiences of a young apprentice sailor, contemplating both the challenges of maritime life and the impending adventure as he prepares for a long voyage aboard a Scotch barque, the "Florence". The narrative delves into the trials and tribulations faced by sailors, capturing the essence of hard sea life and the camaraderie among the crew. At the start of the novel, the protagonist, on the verge of setting sail, reflects on the discomforts and hardships of sea life that await him after a brief reprieve on shore. He observes the bustling preparations around him, noting the mix of excitement and dread shared by fellow crew members as they embark on a perilous journey. As the story unfolds, readers are introduced to the chaotic atmosphere of the ship, the challenges posed by an unsteady crew, and the reality of the harsh conditions at sea, all of which set the stage for the adventures that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Sea stories
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| Subject |
Adventure stories
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| Subject |
Voyages and travels -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Seafaring life -- Great Britain -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Merchant mariners -- Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
31497 |
| Release Date |
Mar 4, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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