Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog Project Gutenberg 2025-04-28 Public domain in the USA. 264 Stables, Gordon 1840 1910 Stables, William Gordon Stables, W. Gordon (William Gordon) Gordon-Stables, W. Hearts of Oak : $b A story of Nelson and the Navy $aLondon :$bJohn F. Shaw and Co., $c1893. Al Haines "Hearts of Oak: A Story of Nelson and the Navy" by Gordon Stables is a historical adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around sea life during the age of Horatio Nelson, focusing on the deeds and character of the famed naval hero. While Nelson features prominently as an inspiration and model, the tale also follows original characters such as young Tom Bure, the invalid Uncle Bob, and other figures connected to naval life and British coastal communities. The book is likely aimed at younger readers, with an intent to capture the heroism, camaraderie, and seafaring spirit of the Royal Navy. The opening of "Hearts of Oak" introduces the peaceful and close-knit world of Uncle Bob, a disabled sailor lovingly cared for by his brother Dan, niece Ruth, and a loyal dog named Meg. Tom Bure, an energetic and bright boy with mysterious origins, assumes a central role as both companion and protégé to Uncle Bob. The narrative quickly shifts from domestic tranquility to maritime excitement, as Tom observes a shipwreck from a makeshift crow's nest and helps coordinate a rescue, showcasing themes of courage, quick thinking, and community action. The early chapters also establish Tom's backstory as the orphaned son of Captain Bure and Miss Raymond, highlighting the bonds of family, friendship, and duty that run through the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.) 20250411154610stables 1893 GB Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. en Historical fiction Sea stories Biographical fiction Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805 -- Juvenile fiction Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction Great Britain -- History, Naval -- 18th century -- Juvenile fiction Great Britain -- History, Naval -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction Action and adventure fiction Admirals -- Great Britain -- Juvenile fiction Great Britain. Royal Navy -- History -- 18th century -- Juvenile fiction Great Britain. Royal Navy -- History -- 19th century -- Juvenile fiction Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Juvenile fiction PZ Text Category: Historical Novels Category: Children & Young Adult Reading Category: Adventure Category: British Literature 536676 2025-06-30T05:54:21.404608 text/html 517884 2025-04-28T12:20:35 text/html 1820305 2025-06-30T05:54:28.640604 application/epub+zip 1827716 2025-06-30T05:54:22.732632 application/epub+zip 277828 2025-06-30T05:54:22.084785 application/epub+zip 1985726 2025-06-30T05:54:32.865519 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 1969256 2025-06-30T05:54:28.082545 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 484183 2025-06-30T05:54:19.782633 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 464463 2025-04-28T12:20:35 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 18975 2025-06-30T05:54:33.000550 application/rdf+xml 27315 2025-06-30T05:54:22.278591 image/jpeg 3567 2025-06-30T05:54:22.228662 image/jpeg 3217637 2025-06-30T05:54:21.489621 application/octet-stream application/zip en.wikipedia