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Title: A Yacht Voyage Round England
Note: Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "A Yacht Voyage Round England" by W.H.G. Kingston is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The story follows two brothers, Harry and Oliver, who embark on a summer sailing trip around England with their father, a retired Royal Navy captain. Their adventure is presented through the lens of their journals, detailing not only their journey but also the various places they explore and the historical context they encounter along the way. At the start of the book, the boys return home early from boarding school due to an outbreak of illness. Their father proposes a summer cruise around England that excites them greatly, leading to discussions about their preparations and expectations for the trip. As they set sail from Southampton, the narrative captures their enthusiasm and the beautiful sights encountered, such as ancient castles and naval landmarks. The opening chapters set the stage for a blend of personal adventure and historical education, as the family explores the diverse cultural and natural landscapes of England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
EBook No.: 25032
Published: Apr 10, 2008
Downloads: 111
Language: English
Subject: Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Yachts -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Brothers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Fathers and sons -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: A Yacht Voyage Round England
Note: Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "A Yacht Voyage Round England" by W.H.G. Kingston is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. The story follows two brothers, Harry and Oliver, who embark on a summer sailing trip around England with their father, a retired Royal Navy captain. Their adventure is presented through the lens of their journals, detailing not only their journey but also the various places they explore and the historical context they encounter along the way. At the start of the book, the boys return home early from boarding school due to an outbreak of illness. Their father proposes a summer cruise around England that excites them greatly, leading to discussions about their preparations and expectations for the trip. As they set sail from Southampton, the narrative captures their enthusiasm and the beautiful sights encountered, such as ancient castles and naval landmarks. The opening chapters set the stage for a blend of personal adventure and historical education, as the family explores the diverse cultural and natural landscapes of England. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
EBook No.: 25032
Published: Apr 10, 2008
Downloads: 111
Language: English
Subject: Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Yachts -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Brothers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Fathers and sons -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.