Within the Capes by Howard Pyle
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"Within the Capes" by Howard Pyle is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. It follows Captain Tom Granger, who recounts the extraordinary events of his life, particularly his adventures during the early 19th century as he navigates personal and external conflicts, including love, family, and maritime warfare. The narrative captures the essence of nautical life and explores themes such as duty, romance, and the complexities of human relationships. The
opening of the book introduces us to Tom Granger, who has recently returned home after a three-year voyage to the East Indies. Welcomed warmly by his family in Eastcaster, he reflects on the changes that have occurred in their lives, particularly noting the transformation of his younger sister and the budding romance with Patty Penrose. As he reunites with friends and family, we see glimpses of Tom's cheerful disposition, but also the mounting pressure from his father and the seriousness of his relationships, setting the stage for the adventures and challenges that lie ahead. Captain Granger's story promises to be a blend of personal growth and historical exploration against the backdrop of sea voyages and early 19th-century America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Pyle, Howard, 1853-1911 |
|---|---|
| Title | Within the Capes |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Sailors -- Fiction |
| Subject | Castaways -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48458 |
| Release Date | Mar 11, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 368 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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