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Title: Marmaduke Merry: A Tale of Naval Adventures in Bygone Days
Note: Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "Marmaduke Merry: A Tale of Naval Adventures in Bygone Days" by William H.G. Kingston is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the spirited adventures of the young protagonist Marmaduke Merry, as he transitions from a jovial home life in Leicestershire to a challenging naval career aboard the frigate Doris. The story promises to be filled with exciting maritime action and character-driven tales reminiscent of other sea-faring literature from the period. The opening of the tale introduces the Merry family, a cheerful and close-knit household characterized by their good nature and hearty laughter. The narrative swiftly transitions to a pivotal family breakfast, where Marmaduke learns he has the opportunity to become a midshipman on the Doris, a fine frigate. As his parents deliberate on this significant change, Marmaduke reflects on his lack of experience with the sea but is inspired by the adventurous tales of a visiting friend. The chapter captures his resolution to embark on this new journey, alongside his friend Toby Bluff, setting the stage for their forthcoming exploits at sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
EBook No.: 21468
Published: May 15, 2007
Downloads: 79
Language: English
Subject: Sea stories
Subject: Midshipmen -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Marmaduke Merry: A Tale of Naval Adventures in Bygone Days
Note: Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "Marmaduke Merry: A Tale of Naval Adventures in Bygone Days" by William H.G. Kingston is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the spirited adventures of the young protagonist Marmaduke Merry, as he transitions from a jovial home life in Leicestershire to a challenging naval career aboard the frigate Doris. The story promises to be filled with exciting maritime action and character-driven tales reminiscent of other sea-faring literature from the period. The opening of the tale introduces the Merry family, a cheerful and close-knit household characterized by their good nature and hearty laughter. The narrative swiftly transitions to a pivotal family breakfast, where Marmaduke learns he has the opportunity to become a midshipman on the Doris, a fine frigate. As his parents deliberate on this significant change, Marmaduke reflects on his lack of experience with the sea but is inspired by the adventurous tales of a visiting friend. The chapter captures his resolution to embark on this new journey, alongside his friend Toby Bluff, setting the stage for their forthcoming exploits at sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
EBook No.: 21468
Published: May 15, 2007
Downloads: 79
Language: English
Subject: Sea stories
Subject: Midshipmen -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.