The quest of the Silver Swan: A land and sea tale for boys by W. Bert Foster

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Author Foster, W. Bert (Walter Bertram), 1869-1929
Title The quest of the Silver Swan: A land and sea tale for boys
Original Publication United States: Chatterton-Peck Company,1907.
Note Reading ease score: 80.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits D A Alexander, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress)
Summary "The Quest of the Silver Swan: A Land and Sea Tale for Boys" by W. Bert Foster is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on themes of adventure and the challenges of youth, particularly through the experiences of Brandon Tarr, the son of a recently deceased sea captain. As Brandon navigates his difficult relationship with his miserly uncle while uncovering the secrets of his family's past, the narrative promises both intrigue and the thrill of treasure hunting. The opening of the tale introduces a harrowing scene at sea, where the captain and crew of the ill-fated brig Silver Swan struggle for survival after a storm wrecks their ship. We meet Captain Horace Tarr, who finds himself on a raft with a mate and a disgruntled sailor, Jim Leroyd, while their companion has already succumbed to the ordeal. As they face starvation and despair, Captain Tarr reveals to his mate the existence of valuable diamonds hidden aboard the Silver Swan, which adds urgency and a sense of mystery to their plight. The narrative then shifts to Brandon, who learns of his father's death and contemplates his uncertain future, setting the stage for his quest for both fortune and independence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Treasure troves -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Shipwrecks -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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