Captain John's Adventures; or, The Story of a Fatherless Boy: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Captain John's Adventures; or, The Story of a Fatherless Boy: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Captain John's Adventures; or, The Story of a Fatherless Boy is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Anonymous.
Catalogue synopsis
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"Captain John's Adventures; or, The Story of a Fatherless Boy" by Anonymous is a fictional narrative aimed at young readers, likely written during the late 19th century. The book explores themes of resilience, faith, and the journey of a fatherless boy navigating life's challenges after the tragic loss of his father, a fisherman. Through his adventures, the story tackles issues such as poverty, kindness, and the importance of morality. The story centers around John, a young boy who loses his father during a storm while he is out fishing. Following the tragedy, John and his family face significant struggles as they move to a city in search of a better life. As John takes on the responsibility of caring for his siblings, he befriends a kind-hearted captain and learns valuable life lessons. With time, he becomes a sailor while also helping others in need, including a sick young man he rescues. The narrative culminates in John's growth into a responsible and compassionate individual, eventually becoming the captain of his own vessel, "the Sally," while fostering a sense of community and support among those around him.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Captain John's Adventures; or, The Story of a Fatherless Boy
- Author credits: Anonymous
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boys -- Juvenile fiction
- Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
- Fatherless families -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
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