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Title: Adventures in Southern Seas: A Tale of the Sixteenth Century

Alternate Title: Adventures in Southern Seas: A Tale of the 16th Century

Note: Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by James Tenison

Summary: "Adventures in Southern Seas: A Tale of the Sixteenth Century" by George Forbes is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Peter Ecoores Van Bu, a young man from the Netherlands who embarks on an adventurous voyage to the southern seas in the early 17th century, seeking to explore new lands and uncover riches. The narrative promises a mix of adventure, peril, and encounters with both untamed nature and indigenous cultures. The opening of the tale introduces the protagonist, Peter Ecoores Van Bu, as he recalls his early life and the initiation of his journey aboard the ship "Endraght" under Captain Dirk Hartog. After a long voyage, they arrive at a mysterious land, where Peter is soon captured by indigenous savages. The narrative intricately describes his initial interactions with these natives, portraying their customs and lifestyle, as well as Peter’s reflections on his dire predicament. As he confronts challenges as a captive, Peter’s thoughts often drift to home and the loved ones he may never see again, adding emotional depth to the unfolding adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Forbes, George, 1849-1936

EBook No.: 16704

Published: Sep 16, 2005

Downloads: 72

Language: English

Subject: Oceania -- Discovery and exploration -- Dutch -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: Adventures in Southern Seas: A Tale of the Sixteenth Century

Alternate Title: Adventures in Southern Seas: A Tale of the 16th Century

Note: Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by James Tenison

Summary: "Adventures in Southern Seas: A Tale of the Sixteenth Century" by George Forbes is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Peter Ecoores Van Bu, a young man from the Netherlands who embarks on an adventurous voyage to the southern seas in the early 17th century, seeking to explore new lands and uncover riches. The narrative promises a mix of adventure, peril, and encounters with both untamed nature and indigenous cultures. The opening of the tale introduces the protagonist, Peter Ecoores Van Bu, as he recalls his early life and the initiation of his journey aboard the ship "Endraght" under Captain Dirk Hartog. After a long voyage, they arrive at a mysterious land, where Peter is soon captured by indigenous savages. The narrative intricately describes his initial interactions with these natives, portraying their customs and lifestyle, as well as Peter’s reflections on his dire predicament. As he confronts challenges as a captive, Peter’s thoughts often drift to home and the loved ones he may never see again, adding emotional depth to the unfolding adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Forbes, George, 1849-1936

EBook No.: 16704

Published: Sep 16, 2005

Downloads: 72

Language: English

Subject: Oceania -- Discovery and exploration -- Dutch -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.