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Title: In the Wilds of Africa
Note: Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "In the Wilds of Africa" by William Henry Giles Kingston is an adventure novel written in the late 19th century." The story follows Andrew Crawford, the protagonist, who embarks on a perilous journey after accepting a position aboard the brig Osprey, destined for the Cape of Good Hope. As circumstances take a dire turn with the death of Captain Page and the incompetency of the second mate, Kydd, Andrew finds himself in a fight for survival alongside a group of passengers and crew, confronting the treacherous shores of Africa and the dangers they hold, including natives and the threat of slavery. "The opening of the book sets a tense atmosphere aboard the Osprey as it drifts near the African coast, struggling with heat and illness." Andrew reflects on his life experiences and the passengers on board, including the captain's son, Natty, who is deeply affected by his father's declining health. Following Captain Page’s death, the crew becomes embroiled in a conflict over leadership with Kydd taking command, leading to mounting tensions and challenges. Eventually, the brig runs aground, and many aboard are left to prepare for an uncertain escape, underscoring the themes of loyalty, leadership, and the fight for survival amidst chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Illustrator: Pearse, Alfred, 1855-1933
EBook No.: 23503
Published: Nov 15, 2007
Downloads: 79
Language: English
Subject: Africa -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: In the Wilds of Africa
Note: Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "In the Wilds of Africa" by William Henry Giles Kingston is an adventure novel written in the late 19th century." The story follows Andrew Crawford, the protagonist, who embarks on a perilous journey after accepting a position aboard the brig Osprey, destined for the Cape of Good Hope. As circumstances take a dire turn with the death of Captain Page and the incompetency of the second mate, Kydd, Andrew finds himself in a fight for survival alongside a group of passengers and crew, confronting the treacherous shores of Africa and the dangers they hold, including natives and the threat of slavery. "The opening of the book sets a tense atmosphere aboard the Osprey as it drifts near the African coast, struggling with heat and illness." Andrew reflects on his life experiences and the passengers on board, including the captain's son, Natty, who is deeply affected by his father's declining health. Following Captain Page’s death, the crew becomes embroiled in a conflict over leadership with Kydd taking command, leading to mounting tensions and challenges. Eventually, the brig runs aground, and many aboard are left to prepare for an uncertain escape, underscoring the themes of loyalty, leadership, and the fight for survival amidst chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Illustrator: Pearse, Alfred, 1855-1933
EBook No.: 23503
Published: Nov 15, 2007
Downloads: 79
Language: English
Subject: Africa -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.