Dick Rodney; or, The Adventures of an Eton Boy by James Grant

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Author Grant, James, 1822-1887
Title Dick Rodney; or, The Adventures of an Eton Boy
Note Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Al Haines
Summary "Dick Rodney; or, The Adventures of an Eton Boy" by James Grant is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows young Dick Rodney, an Eton schoolboy, as he navigates through a series of exhilarating adventures that begin with his longing for greater accomplishments beyond the confines of school life. Readers can expect a mix of humor and suspense as Rodney embarks on a journey filled with perils, especially after being unexpectedly cast adrift from home, propelling him into a world of maritime escapades. At the start of the book, Dick Rodney reflects on his time at Eton, where he mused about his future while engaging in various sports and pastimes rather than focusing on studies that could lead to a career. He finds himself back at home, yearning for adventure and change, when circumstances lead him to experience danger and uncertainty at sea after being swept away with a schooner. The opening chapters establish his character, introduce the setting of Erlesmere, and hint at the thrilling escapades that await him beyond the tranquil life he once took for granted. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Sea stories
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Survival skills -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Castaways -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 65080
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Apr 14, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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