02049cam a22003253u 4500 14222 UtSlPG 20260610133332.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Marryat, Frederick, 1792-1848 Poor Jack Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poor_Jack Release date is 2004-11-30 E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Kirschner, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Poor Jack" by Captain Marryat is a novel likely written in the early 19th century. The story centers on Jack, the son of a sailor, and unfolds against the backdrop of maritime life, exploring themes of class, family dynamics, and personal growth through the lens of Jack's often troubled upbringing. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Jack's father, who recounts his own humble beginnings and navy experiences, as well as the tumultuous marriage to Jack's mother, Araminta, who aspires to be more than her station allows. The opening chapters describe their strained relationship, highlighted by comical and tragic events, including the father's public embarrassment and domestic strife, leading to a diverse array of characters that enrich Jack's world. Jack himself is portrayed as a neglected child trying to navigate the chaos of his family life, emphasizing his resilience and desire for a better future amid the hardships he faces. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Sea stories Poor -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14222 55610 55610