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100	1		_aCastlemon, Harry, _d1842-1915
245	1	0	_aFrank on a Gun-Boat
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-07-03
508			_aProduced by Suzanne Shell, Carla Kruger and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520			_a"Frank on a Gun-Boat" by Harry Castlemon is a novel written during the late 19th century that captures the spirit of the American Civil War. The story follows the youthful character Frank Nelson, who is inspired by the conflict and eager to serve his country. As he navigates through his initial experiences in the navy, the book intertwines themes of bravery, camaraderie, and the hardships of wartime life. The beginning of the book introduces Frank as he discusses the war with his family, revealing his strong desire to enlist. His conversation with his mother reflects both his ambition and the emotional conflict of leaving home. After receiving his mother's consent, Frank makes preparations to join the navy. The narrative quickly transitions into his adventures at sea, emphasizing his interactions with fellow sailors while detailing the challenges he faces as a newcomer in the war. Throughout this opening section, there is a blend of humor and tension, showcasing both Frank's naivete and his growth in the face of danger and responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aMississippi River -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Juvenile fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12808
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