Sailor Jack, the Trader by Harry Castlemon

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Author Castlemon, Harry, 1842-1915
Illustrator White, George G. (George Gorgas), -1898
Title Sailor Jack, the Trader
Note Reading ease score: 75.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Sailor Jack, the Trader" by Harry Castlemon is a novel written in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, it follows Captain Tom Randolph, a conscripted soldier who grapples with the harsh realities of military life while managing the consequences of his family's plantation and his own aspirations. The narrative delves into themes of loyalty, conflict, and the personal struggles faced by individuals during a tumultuous period in American history. The opening of "Sailor Jack, the Trader" introduces readers to Tom Randolph and his recent conscription into the Confederate army, highlighting his initial shock and reluctance. As he faces military authority and the abandonment of comforts, Tom conveys a mix of fear and indignation, particularly regarding the treatment he and his fellow soldiers receive. The arrival of a conscript officer sets the stage for Tom’s struggles within the camp, punctuated by his mother’s distress over his impending departure. As the narrative progresses, Tom's position leads him to contemplate not only survival in a military context but also the complexities of familial loyalty amidst the challenges of war, establishing a gripping start to what promises to be a complex tale of personal and social upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Soldiers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Theft -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Prisoners -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Confederate States of America -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 54049
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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