Frank Nelson in the Forecastle; Or, The Sportman's Club Among the Whalers

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Author Castlemon, Harry, 1842-1915
Title Frank Nelson in the Forecastle; Or, The Sportman's Club Among the Whalers
Note Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Frank Nelson in the Forecastle; Or, The Sportsman's Club Among the Whalers" by Harry Castlemon is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows a group of adventurous boys, comprising the Sportsman's Club, as they navigate various challenges, including their recent escapades in the wilderness and their desire to embark on a whaling voyage. Main characters include Frank Nelson and the trapper Dick Lewis, who face both the humor and trepidation that comes with their transition from the wild landscapes to life aboard a ship. At the start of the narrative, the boys have just returned to San Francisco after an adventurous trip through the mountains. As they settle on the schooner “Stranger,” they discuss their experiences and the disparity between their rugged outdoor lives and the civilized world around them. The opening chapter sets the stage for their upcoming whaling expedition, contrasting their youthful bravado with the real dangers of seafaring, particularly when they encounter the notion of being "shanghaied"—kidnapped to serve on a ship against their will—which becomes a central tension in their journey. The characters express eagerness for new experiences, unaware of the perils that await them as their adventure unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Brothers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Cousins -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Whalers (Persons) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Boys -- Societies and clubs -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Whales -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 53420
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Most Recently Updated Jun 13, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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