From Powder Monkey to Admiral: A Story of Naval Adventure by Kingston

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Author Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Illustrator Webb, Archibald, 1887-1944
Title From Powder Monkey to Admiral: A Story of Naval Adventure
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "From Powder Monkey to Admiral: A Story of Naval Adventure" by W.H.G. Kingston is a historical adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows the journey of three boys, Jack, Tom, and Bill, who join the British Navy as powder monkeys at the lowest rating and aspire to rise through the ranks, with one of them set on becoming an admiral. Kingston illustrates themes of bravery, camaraderie, and the pursuit of honor amidst the backdrop of naval warfare. The opening of the narrative introduces Jack, Tom, and Bill as they board the frigate "Foxhound", setting the scene for their naval adventures. Each boy comes with a distinct background: Bill is a London orphan, Tom is a runaway from a solicitor's household, and Jack is the son of a fisherman. As they adjust to the chaotic life on the ship, they begin their training as powder monkeys, tasked with supporting the crew during naval exercises. The chapter paints a vivid picture of their initial experiences at sea, highlighting their fears and ambitions, as well as the various colorful characters they encounter among the crew and press-gang. The scene effectively establishes the boys' camaraderie and sets the stage for the challenges and battles they will face throughout their naval journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Sailing -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Treasure troves -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Ship captains -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Rescues -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Shipwrecks -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Smugglers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Great Britain -- History, Naval -- 18th century -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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