Fenn, George Manville 1831-1909 creator Forestier, A. (Amédée) 1854-1930 text utu 2007 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Mother Carey's Chicken: Her Voyage to the Unknown Isle" by George Manville Fenn is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Mark Strong, the son of a sea captain, who longs for adventure at sea, despite his father’s warnings about the perils of such a life. Set against a backdrop filled with sea monsters, pirates, and natural disasters, the novel promises a narrative filled with adventure, danger, and the trials of seafaring life. At the start of the tale, we are introduced to Mark, who dreams of joining his father on a voyage, while Captain Strong dismisses the sailor's life as tedious and fraught with dangers. Their lively family dynamic and banter lay the groundwork for the story, showcasing Mark's persistent desire to explore beyond his current confines. The narrative quickly hints at an eventful journey, as Mark's father reluctantly agrees to bring both him and his mother along on the next voyage, setting the stage for a thrilling exploration filled with tumultuous events, including encounters with pirates and other maritime threats. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-05-04 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England Original publication data not identified Sea stories Voyages, Imaginary -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21296 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21296 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133506.0 21296