The Blue Lagoon: A Romance by H. De Vere Stacpoole

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Author Stacpoole, H. De Vere (Henry De Vere), 1863-1951
Title The Blue Lagoon: A Romance
Note Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Edward A. Malone. Corrections by Roger Frank.
Summary "The Blue Lagoon: A Romance" by H. De Vere Stacpoole is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the adventures of two children, Emmeline and Dick, as they navigate life and survival after being cast away on a deserted tropical island, following a catastrophic event on a ship. The book explores themes of innocence, the beauty of nature, and the complexities of childhood as they encounter various challenges in their new environment. The opening of the novel presents a rich tapestry of characters aboard the ship, including Mr. Button, a colorful sailor, and Arthur Lestrange, a sickly man traveling with his children, Emmeline and Dick. As the narrative unfolds, it details the atmosphere on the ship, portraying sailor life filled with camaraderie and mythology. However, tensions rise as the ship faces a dire fire situation, leading to the eventual separation of the characters when Mr. Lestrange ensures the safety of the children, setting the stage for their journey into the unknown. Ultimately, this section draws readers into a world of anticipation and adventure, hinting at the challenges and growth that lie ahead for the young protagonists. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Islands -- Fiction
Subject Love stories
Subject Bildungsromans
Subject Cousins -- Fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Shipwrecks -- Fiction
Subject Castaways -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 393
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 5, 2016
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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