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Title: When the squadron dropped anchor
Original Publication: New York, NY: Street & Smith Publications, 1927.
Note: Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Summary: "When the Squadron Dropped Anchor" by Thomson Burtis is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows Stanley Graydon, a former captain in the marines who, accused of cheating, faces disgrace and seeks redemption. Set against the backdrop of Central America, it explores themes of honor, betrayal, and the struggle for justice. The story unfolds as Graydon navigates the complexities of his tarnished reputation after being dismissed from the navy. His journey takes him to Santander, where he encounters hostility from local factions, including Colonel Henriquez. As he grapples with his past and seeks to clear his name, Graydon becomes embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy involving imminent revolution and foreign agents plotting sinister schemes against Ramona Bay. Through a series of dramatic events, including an unexpected alliance with Don Rafael and a dramatic confrontation with his accuser, Graydon must prove his innocence while navigating treachery and his own moral convictions. Ultimately, the narrative culminates in a profound revelation about honor and sacrifice, intertwining Graydon's quest for vindication with a greater struggle for his country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Burtis, Thomson, 1896-1971
EBook No.: 70349
Published: Mar 24, 2023
Downloads: 45
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: United States. Navy -- Officers -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: When the squadron dropped anchor
Original Publication: New York, NY: Street & Smith Publications, 1927.
Note: Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Roger Frank and Sue Clark
Summary: "When the Squadron Dropped Anchor" by Thomson Burtis is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows Stanley Graydon, a former captain in the marines who, accused of cheating, faces disgrace and seeks redemption. Set against the backdrop of Central America, it explores themes of honor, betrayal, and the struggle for justice. The story unfolds as Graydon navigates the complexities of his tarnished reputation after being dismissed from the navy. His journey takes him to Santander, where he encounters hostility from local factions, including Colonel Henriquez. As he grapples with his past and seeks to clear his name, Graydon becomes embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy involving imminent revolution and foreign agents plotting sinister schemes against Ramona Bay. Through a series of dramatic events, including an unexpected alliance with Don Rafael and a dramatic confrontation with his accuser, Graydon must prove his innocence while navigating treachery and his own moral convictions. Ultimately, the narrative culminates in a profound revelation about honor and sacrifice, intertwining Graydon's quest for vindication with a greater struggle for his country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Burtis, Thomson, 1896-1971
EBook No.: 70349
Published: Mar 24, 2023
Downloads: 45
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: United States. Navy -- Officers -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.