The Hot Swamp by R. M. Ballantyne

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Author Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894
Title The Hot Swamp
Note Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "The Hot Swamp" by R. M. Ballantyne is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set nearly two thousand seven hundred years ago in ancient Greece, following the adventures of a Phoenician sea captain named Arkal, who embarks on an expedition filled with romance and peril. The narrative also introduces Prince Bladud, who joins Captain Arkal on his voyage, along with other young men eager to prove their mettle. The opening chapters lay the groundwork for a tale of adventure, exploration, and encounters with both nature and fate. At the start of the novel, we meet Captain Arkal as he prepares to set sail from Hellas on his ship, the "Penelope". The captain bids farewell to his wife Penelope and their infant son before heading to the harbor. Anticipating the arrival of Prince Bladud and his fellow young adventurers, Arkal exhibits a blend of humor and frustration at the delay. When the young men finally arrive, including Prince Bladud and his friend Dromas, they set sail, unaware of the dangers that await them at sea, such as pirates and fierce storms. The opening portion sets a vibrant tone filled with excitement and foreshadowing, hinting at the challenges and discoveries that lie ahead for the crew on their journey through the ancient world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Friendship -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Pirates -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Caves -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Princes -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Shipwrecks -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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