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100 1 _aOptic, Oliver,
_d1822-1897
245 1 0 _aIsles of the sea; or, Young America homeward bound
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2024
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aYoung America abroad, second series
500 _aRelease date is 2024-12-20
508 _aAaron Adrignola, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Isles of the Sea; or, Young America Homeward Bound" by William T. Adams is a novel written in the late 19th century. This adventurous tale follows young students of the academy squadron, particularly focusing on Thomas Speers, as they embark on a journey through various islands while aiming to return home across the Atlantic. The story portrays themes of learning, ambition, and personal growth against a backdrop of nautical exploration. At the start of the narrative, the squadron is anchored in Gibraltar Bay, excitedly preparing for their journey home after completing their studies and adventures in the Spanish Peninsula. Amid the anticipation, a significant event occurs when Tom Speers receives a telegraphic message that reveals the death of his wealthy uncle and the potential inheritance awaiting him. However, Speers is torn between this newfound wealth and his desire to prove himself as an officer aboard the Tritonia, showcasing his determination to prioritize his maritime ambitions over financial gain. The excitement builds as the squadron sets sail, hinting at forthcoming challenges and adventures they will face at sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cBoston: Lothrop, Lee and Shepard Co., 1877
653 _aSeafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
700 1 _aJohn Andrew & Son
830 0 _aYoung America abroad, second series
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/islesofseaoryoun00adamiala/page/n6/mode/1up
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74943
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