Harper's Round Table, June 11, 1895 by Various
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"Harper's Round Table, June 11, 1895" by Various is a periodical publication that likely emerged during the late 19th century. This collection features a variety of content, including short stories, poetry, and articles aimed at a younger audience, focusing on themes of adventure, exploration, and the natural world. Each piece serves to enlighten, entertain, and engage its readers, drawing from the vibrant tone and playful style typical of children’s literature from that
era. The opening of the publication presents a captivating whaling yarn titled "Saved by a Carcass" by W. J. Henderson. In this story, the narrative unfolds aboard the whaling ship "Ellen Burgee", where the crew recounts their trials during a whaling expedition, detailing the challenging processes of hunting and processing whales at sea. The protagonist, Handsome, shares thrilling accounts of chasing a whale while battling a fierce storm, which ultimately leads to a gripping climax involving a frantic escape from danger when their ship capsizes. The vivid imagery and detailed descriptions paint a fascinating picture of life at sea, while introducing themes of survival and camaraderie amidst the perilous whaling industry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Title | Harper's Round Table, June 11, 1895 |
| Credits | Produced by Annie McGuire |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | AP: General Works: Periodicals |
| Subject | Children's periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 33010 |
| Release Date | Jun 28, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 229 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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