The Rival Crusoes by William Henry Giles Kingston

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Author Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Title The Rival Crusoes
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "The Rival Crusoes" by W.H.G. Kingston is a novel written in the mid-19th century. It follows the adventures of a young farmer's son named Dick Hargrave, who finds himself press-ganged into the navy and becomes embroiled in a rivalry with the aristocratic Lord Reginald. As smuggling and naval conflicts impact their lives, the story explores themes of class struggle and friendship amid adversity. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Dick Hargrave, a sixteen-year-old living near Keyhaven on the Hampshire coast, during a time rife with smuggling. After being forcibly enlisted in the navy, Dick encounters Lord Reginald, the son of a local marquis, who attempts to bully him. Following a series of dramatic events, including a naval engagement and a shipwreck that leaves them stranded, the rivalry between the two begins to evolve. With an initial sense of animosity, Dick ultimately saves Reginald's life, leading to a reluctant acknowledgment of their shared humanity, setting the stage for their compelling journey together. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Shipwrecks -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Robinsonades
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EBook-No. 23071
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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