The Seashore Book: Bob and Betty's Summer with Captain Hawes by E. Boyd Smith
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About this eBook
| Author | Smith, E. Boyd (Elmer Boyd), 1860-1943 |
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| Title | The Seashore Book: Bob and Betty's Summer with Captain Hawes |
| Note | Illustrated by the author. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, haragos pál and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "The Seashore Book: Bob and Betty's Summer with Captain Hawes" by E. Boyd Smith is a children's illustrated narrative published in the early 20th century. The book transports readers to a summer adventure along the coast, where siblings Bob and Betty embark on a journey filled with nautical learning and exploration under the guidance of Captain Ben Hawes, an experienced sailor. The storyline revolves around their interactions with the marine environment and shipbuilding, presenting an educational and entertaining portrayal of life by the sea. Throughout the book, Bob and Betty engage in various activities alongside Captain Hawes, from rowing in his boat to visiting a shipyard and witnessing the launch of a newly constructed vessel. They meet new friends, including Patsey, a local boy who teaches them about clam digging and fishing, leading to joyous summer days filled with adventure. The narrative includes vivid descriptions of their experiences, showcasing the beauty and intricacies of maritime life, with Captain Hawes sharing exciting tales from his past voyages. The children cultivate a deep appreciation for the sea and shipbuilding, culminating in their bittersweet farewell to the enchanting summer they spent by the seashore. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Seashore -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Boats and boating -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Ships -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Seas -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 44629 |
| Release Date | Jan 8, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 65 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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