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Title: The Salving of the "Fusi Yama": A Post-War Story of the Sea
Note: Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by R.G.P.M. van Giesen. Thank you, Iain Somerville!
Summary: "The Salving of the 'Fusi Yama': A Post-War Story of the Sea" by Percy F. Westerman is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the adventures of ex-officers who embark on a treasure-hunting expedition after World War I, focusing on the main characters Jack Villiers and Bobby Beverley as they navigate post-war uncertainties and seek thrilling new opportunities. The narrative showcases their aspirations and the challenges they face as they venture into a world filled with danger and intrigue. The opening of the story introduces us to Jack Villiers and Bobby Beverley, both recently demobilized from the Royal Navy and struggling to find their footing in civilian life. They express their reluctance to settle into ordinary jobs, yearning for action and adventure. Their discussions are interrupted by a peculiar advertisement seeking ex-service members for a potentially exciting venture, sparking their interest. As they navigate the aftermath of the war, they encounter Sir Hugh Harborough, who lays the foundation for a treasure-hunting mission centered on the sunken ship "Fusi Yama," said to be carrying a fortune in gold. The beginning sets a vibrant tone of camaraderie and the pursuit of adventure, hinting at the thrilling escapades that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Westerman, Percy F. (Percy Francis), 1876-1959
Illustrator: Hodgson, E. S. (Edward Smith), 1866-1937
EBook No.: 52340
Published: Jun 15, 2016
Downloads: 92
Language: English
Subject: Sea stories
Subject: Treasure troves -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Warships -- Salvaging -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Salving of the "Fusi Yama": A Post-War Story of the Sea
Note: Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by R.G.P.M. van Giesen. Thank you, Iain Somerville!
Summary: "The Salving of the 'Fusi Yama': A Post-War Story of the Sea" by Percy F. Westerman is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the adventures of ex-officers who embark on a treasure-hunting expedition after World War I, focusing on the main characters Jack Villiers and Bobby Beverley as they navigate post-war uncertainties and seek thrilling new opportunities. The narrative showcases their aspirations and the challenges they face as they venture into a world filled with danger and intrigue. The opening of the story introduces us to Jack Villiers and Bobby Beverley, both recently demobilized from the Royal Navy and struggling to find their footing in civilian life. They express their reluctance to settle into ordinary jobs, yearning for action and adventure. Their discussions are interrupted by a peculiar advertisement seeking ex-service members for a potentially exciting venture, sparking their interest. As they navigate the aftermath of the war, they encounter Sir Hugh Harborough, who lays the foundation for a treasure-hunting mission centered on the sunken ship "Fusi Yama," said to be carrying a fortune in gold. The beginning sets a vibrant tone of camaraderie and the pursuit of adventure, hinting at the thrilling escapades that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Westerman, Percy F. (Percy Francis), 1876-1959
Illustrator: Hodgson, E. S. (Edward Smith), 1866-1937
EBook No.: 52340
Published: Jun 15, 2016
Downloads: 92
Language: English
Subject: Sea stories
Subject: Treasure troves -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Warships -- Salvaging -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.