Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael) 1825-1894 creator text utu 2007 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Rivers of Ice" by R. M. Ballantyne is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative begins with Captain Wopper, a rugged, charismatic sailor, who is depicted in search of a woman named Roby residing in a dilapidated area near the Thames after returning from his adventures at sea. The story introduces themes of friendship, kindness, and the struggles of the underprivileged, showcasing characters from both ends of the social spectrum. At the start of the story, Captain Wopper makes his way through a poor and bustling neighborhood, where he encounters a clever young boy named Gillie, who helps direct him to Mrs. Roby. Once he finds her, the Captain learns of her past and that she was a nurse who once cared for two boys, one of whom, Willum, is the Captain's dear friend from their days in California. As Wopper delivers a bag of gold nuggets from Willum to Mrs. Roby, it becomes clear that the characters are interlinked by a shared history of care and affection. This opening sets the stage for further exploration of personal connections and themes surrounding generosity and support amidst hardship. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-06-06 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England Original publication data not identified Christian life -- Juvenile fiction Orphans -- Juvenile fiction Kindness -- Juvenile fiction Sailors -- Juvenile fiction Poverty -- Juvenile fiction Glaciers -- Juvenile fiction Switzerland -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21698 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21698 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133511.0 21698