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100 1 _aWalton, O. F., Mrs.,
_d1849-1939
245 1 0 _aLaunch the lifeboat!
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2023
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2023-12-09
520 _a"Launch the lifeboat!" by Mrs. O. F. Walton is a children's storybook written during the late 19th century. The book revolves around themes of bravery, rescue, and faith, showcasing the adventures and heroism of characters facing life's dangers at sea. It is a narrative that likely aims to impart moral lessons and inspire young readers about the importance of compassion and courage. The story follows an old fisherman named Jonah who recounts his experiences during a stormy night when a ship goes down near the shores. As the bell indicating distress rings, Jonah and his companions rush to launch the lifeboat, battling treacherous waves to save the stranded passengers, including women and children. Through their efforts, they manage to rescue several people and face various challenges, including a dramatic moment with a baby thrown overboard. The narrative is not just about the rescue mission; it delves into themes of faith, as Jonah reflects on prayers for divine assistance, drawing parallels between physical and spiritual salvation. Ultimately, the story emphasizes the importance of community, the spirit of courage in the face of danger, and reliance on faith during difficult times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cLondon: The Religious Tract Society, 1886
653 _aChristian life -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aSiblings -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aRescues -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aSailors -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aChildren and death -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aShipwrecks -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aLifeboats -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aParent and child -- Juvenile fiction
700 1 _aRhodes, H. J.
_q(Henry John)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72363
999 _c113088
_d113088