Author |
Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909 |
Illustrator |
Groome, William H. C., 1860-1914 |
Title |
Stan Lynn: A Boy's Adventures in China
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Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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Summary |
"Stan Lynn: A Boy's Adventures in China" by George Manville Fenn is a novel written in the late 19th century. This adventure story follows the young protagonist, Stan Lynn, who has just returned to China after a six-year absence and finds himself thrust into a perilous situation involving pirates and armed conflict. The narrative centers around his experiences as he learns to adapt to his new surroundings while confronting dangers that test his courage and resolve. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Stan Lynn as he is abruptly awakened by his father, who informs him of an impending threat from river pirates attempting to break into their warehouse. As his father and Uncle Jeff prepare for defense, Stan, still groggy and disoriented, finds himself armed and thrust into a chaotic encounter with the intruders. The tumultuous events unfold as they exchange gunfire with the attackers, revealing a blend of action and tension as Stan grapples with fear and responsibility in a fight for survival. This initial chapter sets the tone for an adventure that promises not only thrilling escapades but also a coming-of-age journey for Stan as he navigates the challenges and dangers of life in China. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Fathers and sons -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Uncles -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Soldiers -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
Prisoners -- Juvenile fiction
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Youth and death -- Juvenile fiction
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Subject |
China -- History -- Boxer Rebellion, 1899-1901 -- Juvenile fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
34494 |
Release Date |
Nov 29, 2010 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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