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Title: Won from the Waves
Note: Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "Won from the Waves" by W.H.G. Kingston is a novel, likely written in the late 19th century. The story intricately explores themes of duty, bravery, and compassion centered around Adam Halliburt, a fisherman who confronts treacherous seas to rescue a child from a shipwreck. The narrative captures the struggles of coastal life while weaving in elements of adventure and human connection. The opening of the book introduces us to a gloomy evening at a small fishing village where Adam Halliburt and a group of fishermen are debating whether to venture out to sea amidst worsening weather conditions. Adam, a strong and kind-hearted man, eventually decides to set out with his crew to rescue a ship that had reportedly run aground. He encounters a mysterious old woman warning him against the impending danger, but he remains resolute in his decision to assist any survivors. Their perilous journey leads them to rescue a little girl left behind amidst the wreckage, showcasing Adam’s courage and selflessness amid the tumultuous sea. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at Adam’s commitment to caring for the child, illustrating themes of family and moral duty against the backdrop of maritime adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Illustrator: Greene, John B.
EBook No.: 23602
Published: Nov 24, 2007
Downloads: 63
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Won from the Waves
Note: Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "Won from the Waves" by W.H.G. Kingston is a novel, likely written in the late 19th century. The story intricately explores themes of duty, bravery, and compassion centered around Adam Halliburt, a fisherman who confronts treacherous seas to rescue a child from a shipwreck. The narrative captures the struggles of coastal life while weaving in elements of adventure and human connection. The opening of the book introduces us to a gloomy evening at a small fishing village where Adam Halliburt and a group of fishermen are debating whether to venture out to sea amidst worsening weather conditions. Adam, a strong and kind-hearted man, eventually decides to set out with his crew to rescue a ship that had reportedly run aground. He encounters a mysterious old woman warning him against the impending danger, but he remains resolute in his decision to assist any survivors. Their perilous journey leads them to rescue a little girl left behind amidst the wreckage, showcasing Adam’s courage and selflessness amid the tumultuous sea. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at Adam’s commitment to caring for the child, illustrating themes of family and moral duty against the backdrop of maritime adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Illustrator: Greene, John B.
EBook No.: 23602
Published: Nov 24, 2007
Downloads: 63
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.