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_aCollingwood, Harry, _d1851-1922 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Adventures of Dick Maitland: A Tale of Unknown Africa |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2007-04-13 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England | ||
| 520 | _a"The Adventures of Dick Maitland: A Tale of Unknown Africa" by Harry Collingwood is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the main character, Dick Maitland, a young man's journey from a doctor's apprentice in London's impoverished East End to embarking on an adventurous voyage to South Africa, driven by dire family circumstances. As Dick navigates new friendships and faces challenges that lie ahead, the narrative hints at themes of exploration, adventure, and personal growth. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of Dick's life and the catalyst that spurs his journey. After receiving distressing news from his mother about their financial ruin due to a trusted solicitor's misconduct, Dick resolves to leave his apprenticeship and work his passage to South Africa. He meets a wealthy young man named Grosvenor during his voyage, leading to a budding friendship marked by shared excitement about exploring the unknowns of Africa. As they anticipate encounters with mysterious tribes and treasure, the beginning sets the tone for a thrilling adventure filled with unexpected challenges and the promise of self-discovery amidst the backdrop of a fascinating land. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aAdventure stories | ||
| 653 | _aAfrica -- Juvenile fiction | ||
| 700 | 1 | _aBall, Alec | |
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