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Title: Gascoyne, the Sandal-Wood Trader
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "Gascoyne, the Sandal-Wood Trader" by R. M. Ballantyne is a historical adventure novel written in the mid-19th century. Set against the backdrop of the Pacific Islands, the narrative revolves around the intriguing character of Captain Gascoyne and his crew, including the rugged seaman John Bumpus. The story unfolds amidst the tension of piracy and the dangers of savage islanders, capturing the reader's attention with themes of bravery, duty, and the complex moral fabric of island life. The opening of the tale introduces us to a tranquil scene aboard a schooner in the Great Pacific, where the crew is enjoying a lazy morning until they are roused into action. It highlights the contrasting characters of Gascoyne—a determined and stoic captain—and John Bumpus, whose jovial disposition and physical prowess promise comedic relief amidst the mounting tensions. As they approach a coral island, the plot thickens with hints of conflict from both human adversaries and the landscape itself, setting the stage for encounters that will test their courage and challenge their values. Further developments reveal an impending clash with a native savage, enriching the narrative with hints of violence and alliance that will shape the unfolding story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894
Illustrator: Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894
EBook No.: 23384
Published: Nov 6, 2007
Downloads: 146
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Islands -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Adventure stories
Subject: Pirates -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Pacific Ocean -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Gascoyne, the Sandal-Wood Trader
Credits: Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary: "Gascoyne, the Sandal-Wood Trader" by R. M. Ballantyne is a historical adventure novel written in the mid-19th century. Set against the backdrop of the Pacific Islands, the narrative revolves around the intriguing character of Captain Gascoyne and his crew, including the rugged seaman John Bumpus. The story unfolds amidst the tension of piracy and the dangers of savage islanders, capturing the reader's attention with themes of bravery, duty, and the complex moral fabric of island life. The opening of the tale introduces us to a tranquil scene aboard a schooner in the Great Pacific, where the crew is enjoying a lazy morning until they are roused into action. It highlights the contrasting characters of Gascoyne—a determined and stoic captain—and John Bumpus, whose jovial disposition and physical prowess promise comedic relief amidst the mounting tensions. As they approach a coral island, the plot thickens with hints of conflict from both human adversaries and the landscape itself, setting the stage for encounters that will test their courage and challenge their values. Further developments reveal an impending clash with a native savage, enriching the narrative with hints of violence and alliance that will shape the unfolding story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894
Illustrator: Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894
EBook No.: 23384
Published: Nov 6, 2007
Downloads: 146
Language: English
Subject: Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Islands -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Adventure stories
Subject: Pirates -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject: Pacific Ocean -- Juvenile fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.