| Author |
Hutcheson, John C. (John Conroy) |
| Illustrator |
Greene, John B. |
| Title |
Crown and Anchor
Under the Pen'ant
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"Crown and Anchor" by John Conroy Hutcheson is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the protagonist, Jack Vernon, a young boy experiencing London for the first time, as he navigates his father's recent return from service in the Royal Navy and his own aspirations of becoming a sailor. The narrative hints at a mix of adventure and insights into naval life as they encounter notable figures, including the eccentric Admiral Sir Charles Napier. The opening of "Crown and Anchor" introduces us to Jack and his father as they explore Pall Mall in London. Their journey is marked by Jack's curiosity about the world around him, leading to a humorous encounter with a peculiar old gentleman who is later revealed to be Admiral Napier. This meeting ignites a series of events that culminates in Jack's nomination for a naval cadetship, solidifying his dreams of following in his father's footsteps. The narrative is rich with character interactions, generating a lively scene that sets the tone for Jack's maritime aspirations and the adventures that await him on the high seas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
24916 |
| Release Date |
Mar 25, 2008 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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