For the freedom of the seas by Ralph Henry Barbour

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Author Barbour, Ralph Henry, 1870-1944
Illustrator Wrenn, Charles L. (Charles Lewis), 1880-1952
LoC No. 18018956
Title For the freedom of the seas
Original Publication United States: D. Appleton and Company, 1918.
Credits Donald Cummings and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Summary "For the Freedom of the Seas" by Ralph Henry Barbour is a historical adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of World War I, exploring themes of heroism, loyalty, and the maritime experiences of its characters. The main character, Nelson Troy, embarks on a journey marked by his father's mysterious disappearance and his own determination to serve in the Navy. The opening of the narrative introduces the reader to the schooner "Jonas Clinton" and its crew, including Nelson, who is aboard as an apprentice. As they embark on a homeward voyage, the tension escalates when the ship is suddenly attacked by an unseen enemy, resulting in an explosion that leaves the vessel critically damaged. Amidst the chaos, Nelson panics about the fate of his father, Captain Troy, who goes missing during the ordeal. The gripping beginning sets the stage for an intense adventure where Nelson seeks to uncover the truth and fulfill his duty, entangled in a world of naval warfare. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject World War, 1914-1918 -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 70522
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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