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Kingston, William Henry Giles
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Kingston, W. H. G.
Kingston, W.H.G.
Mark Seaworth
Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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"Mark Seaworth" by William Henry Giles Kingston is a nautical adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The book tells the story of Mark Seaworth, a young man on a quest to find his sister and uncover his identity. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of the perilous sea and vivid descriptions of maritime life, setting the stage for a tale filled with drama and emotional depth. The opening of the story introduces a vast, tranquil ocean and a lifeless boat adrift at sea. Within the boat, two seamen lay dead, while a dark-skinned woman, who is weak but fiercely protective, survives to care for two young children, one of whom is revealed to be Mark. As the narrative progresses, readers witness the dramatic rescue of Mark and his sister by a ship that arrives just in time to save them from the fates that befell their companions. This initial setup hints at themes of survival, the bond of family, and the divine providence that plays a central role in their journey, establishing a foundation for a story that blends adventure with heartfelt moral lessons. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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