How Jack Mackenzie won his epaulettes by Gordon Stables

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Author Stables, Gordon, 1840-1910
Illustrator Pearse, Alfred, 1855-1933
Title How Jack Mackenzie won his epaulettes
Original Publication United Kingdom: Thomas Nelson and Sons,1906.
Note Reading ease score: 79.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Al Haines
Summary "How Jack Mackenzie Won His Epaulettes" by Gordon Stables is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the life of the young protagonist, Jack Mackenzie, who navigates the challenges of poverty and dreams of becoming a soldier or sailor while facing the realities of his grim upbringing in Glasgow. This tale ignites themes of resilience, bravery, and the quest for a better life, offering readers a glimpse into Jack's transformation from a destitute boy to a hopeful, aspiring youth. At the start of this adventure, the setting unfolds on a snowy Christmas Eve, where young Jack, known as Johnnie Greybreeks, stands outside a lavishly decorated villa, mesmerized by the joy within. As he watches the merriment of children playing around a Christmas tree, he is approached by Tom Morgan, a kind-hearted gentleman who decides to take Jack in for supper, illuminating the disparities between wealth and poverty. The narrative sets the stage for Jack's character development, outlining his aspirations, struggles, and the contrasting worlds he inhabits, laying the groundwork for his eventual pursuit of honor and adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Crimean War, 1853-1856 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 68888
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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