Captain John's Adventures; or, The Story of a Fatherless Boy by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title Captain John's Adventures; or, The Story of a Fatherless Boy
Note Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Captain John's Adventures; or, The Story of a Fatherless Boy" by Anonymous is a fictional narrative aimed at young readers, likely written during the late 19th century. The book explores themes of resilience, faith, and the journey of a fatherless boy navigating life's challenges after the tragic loss of his father, a fisherman. Through his adventures, the story tackles issues such as poverty, kindness, and the importance of morality. The story centers around John, a young boy who loses his father during a storm while he is out fishing. Following the tragedy, John and his family face significant struggles as they move to a city in search of a better life. As John takes on the responsibility of caring for his siblings, he befriends a kind-hearted captain and learns valuable life lessons. With time, he becomes a sailor while also helping others in need, including a sick young man he rescues. The narrative culminates in John's growth into a responsible and compassionate individual, eventually becoming the captain of his own vessel, "the Sally," while fostering a sense of community and support among those around him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Boys -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Fatherless families -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 58262
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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