Dick Rodney; or, The Adventures of an Eton Boy: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Dick Rodney; or, The Adventures of an Eton Boy: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Dick Rodney; or, The Adventures of an Eton Boy is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Grant, James (1822–1887).
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"Dick Rodney; or, The Adventures of an Eton Boy" by James Grant is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows young Dick Rodney, an Eton schoolboy, as he navigates through a series of exhilarating adventures that begin with his longing for greater accomplishments beyond the confines of school life. Readers can expect a mix of humor and suspense as Rodney embarks on a journey filled with perils, especially after being unexpectedly cast adrift from home, propelling him into a world of maritime escapades. At the start of the book, Dick Rodney reflects on his time at Eton, where he mused about his future while engaging in various sports and pastimes rather than focusing on studies that could lead to a career. He finds himself back at home, yearning for adventure and change, when circumstances lead him to experience danger and uncertainty at sea after being swept away with a schooner. The opening chapters establish his character, introduce the setting of Erlesmere, and hint at the thrilling escapades that await him beyond the tranquil life he once took for granted.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Dick Rodney; or, The Adventures of an Eton Boy
- Author credits: Grant, James (1822–1887)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- Castaways -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
- Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
- Sea stories
- Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
- Survival skills -- Juvenile fiction
- Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
- Youth -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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