Under the Polar Star; or, The Young Explorers by Dwight Weldon

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Author Weldon, Dwight
Title Under the Polar Star; or, The Young Explorers
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Summary "Under the Polar Star; or, The Young Explorers" by Dwight Weldon is a children's adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story likely revolves around themes of bravery and exploration as it introduces young characters facing both challenges and dangers, particularly in a maritime setting. The protagonist, Will Bertram, seems to be a determined and resourceful boy, eager to help his struggling family while also seeking adventure. The beginning of the novel introduces us to Will Bertram and his father, Solomon, a ship carpenter struggling with financial difficulties after losing his son on a whaling voyage. Will, enthusiastic and determined, approaches his father with money he earned by working as a steeple jack to help their family. Despite his father's reluctance to let him work on the sea, Will's curiosity and zest for adventure drive the narrative forward. The story hints at Will's subsequent endeavors, including his bold decision to engage in various escapades to uncover secrets surrounding their family's situation, which adds layers of mystery and tension to the unfolding tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Eskimos -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Ship captains -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Mutiny -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Dime novels
Subject Poverty -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Success -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Trapping -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Whaling -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Child labor -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Stowaways -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Buildering -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Building, Ice and snow -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Flagellation -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Insurance fraud -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Merchant mariners -- Juvenile fiction
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