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100	1		_aBone, David W. _q(David William), _d1874-1959
245	1	4	_aThe Brassbounder: A Tale of the Sea
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2010
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2010-03-04
508			_aProduced by Al Haines
520			_a"The Brassbounder: A Tale of the Sea" by David W. Bone is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the experiences of a young apprentice sailor, contemplating both the challenges of maritime life and the impending adventure as he prepares for a long voyage aboard a Scotch barque, the "Florence". The narrative delves into the trials and tribulations faced by sailors, capturing the essence of hard sea life and the camaraderie among the crew. At the start of the novel, the protagonist, on the verge of setting sail, reflects on the discomforts and hardships of sea life that await him after a brief reprieve on shore. He observes the bustling preparations around him, noting the mix of excitement and dread shared by fellow crew members as they embark on a perilous journey. As the story unfolds, readers are introduced to the chaotic atmosphere of the ship, the challenges posed by an unsteady crew, and the reality of the harsh conditions at sea, all of which set the stage for the adventures that lie ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aSea stories
653			_aAdventure stories
653			_aVoyages and travels -- Fiction
653			_aSeafaring life -- Great Britain -- Fiction
653			_aMerchant mariners -- Great Britain -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31497
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