| Author |
Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880 |
| Title |
The Boy who sailed with Blake
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"The Boy Who Sailed with Blake" by W.H.G. Kingston is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. Set against the backdrop of the English Civil War in the 1650s, the story follows the young protagonist, Ben Bracewell, along with his friends Lancelot Kerridge and Dick Harvey, as they become embroiled in the conflict between the Parliamentarians and the Royalists. With a focus on the valor and experiences of the characters, the novel explores themes of heroism, conscience, and the struggle for civil and religious liberties. At the start of the narrative, the boys find themselves on a fishing trip off the coast of Lyme when they hear the bells of Saint Michael's, signaling the arrival of a military presence. The opening chapters introduce their community's fears regarding a Cavalier attack, as Colonel Blake arrives with his troops to defend the town. As tensions mount, Ben and his friends engage in preparation for potential conflict, illustrating both their youthful enthusiasm and the serious stakes surrounding them. The boys' determination to contribute to the defense of their home shows their dedication to the cause and sets the stage for the historical events that unfold throughout the story. (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 |
Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Blake, Robert, 1599-1657 -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- Civil War, 1642-1649 -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Naval battles -- England -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
21487 |
| Release Date |
May 16, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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