A Middy in Command: A Tale of the Slave Squadron by Harry Collingwood
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"A Middy in Command: A Tale of the Slave Squadron" by Harry Collingwood is a nautical novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers on a young midshipman in the Royal Navy, Mr. Grenvile, who serves in the anti-slave-trade squadron. The narrative likely explores themes of adventure, naval warfare, and moral complexities surrounding the slave trade, as the protagonist embarks on a quest filled with challenges, including the pursuit of
slavers. The opening of the tale establishes a vivid maritime setting, introducing readers to the H.M. gun-brig "Shark" navigating the seas near the Congo. As dawn breaks, the crew spots two strange sails, suspected slavers, prompting a pursuit led by Mr. Grenvile. The account captures the bustling life aboard the ship as orders are given and sails adjusted while the protagonist eagerly participates in the chase. Tension builds as the "Shark" prepares to engage with the enemy, setting the stage for an exciting narrative rife with action, bravery, and the complexities of naval life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Collingwood, Harry, 1851-1922 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Hodgson, E. S. (Edward Smith), 1866-1937 |
| Title | A Middy in Command: A Tale of the Slave Squadron |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Africa -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Sailors -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Slave trade -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 21064 |
| Release Date | Apr 13, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 455 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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