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_aJeans, T. T. _q(Thomas Tendron) |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aFord of H.M.S. Vigilant: A Tale of the Chusan Archipelago |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2014 |
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_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2014-08-03 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Al Haines | ||
| 520 | _a"Ford of H.M.S. Vigilant: A Tale of the Chusan Archipelago" by T. T. Jeans is a naval adventure novel written in the early 20th century. This story follows the young midshipman Dick Ford as he embarks on his exciting journey at sea aboard H.M.S. Vigilant, facing various dangers including piracy in the Chusan Archipelago. Alongside him are vivid characters such as Captain Lester and Miss Sally Hobbs, creating a narrative filled with themes of camaraderie, bravery, and the trials of naval life. The opening of the story establishes the beginning of Dick Ford's naval career, detailing his deep admiration for Captain Lester, who becomes a pivotal figure in his life. We see Dick's eager spirit and determination to go to sea despite parental concerns. After a series of events, including a telegram of his new posting, he finally joins the Vigilant, where he learns they are tasked with addressing increasing piracy in the region. Conversations around the Captain's anger over an unexpected telegram and preparations for an upcoming mission create an atmosphere of anticipation and adventure as the crew gears up to embark on their perilous tasks. Ford’s initial experiences depict his transition from eager cadet to an active participant in the dangerous life of a naval officer. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aAdventure stories | ||
| 653 | _aSailors -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aVoyages and travels -- Fiction | ||
| 653 | _aZhoushan Archipelago (China) -- Fiction | ||
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_aRainey, W. _q(William), _d1852-1936 |
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