Hair-Breadth Escapes: The Adventures of Three Boys in South Africa: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Hair-Breadth Escapes: The Adventures of Three Boys in South Africa is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Adams, H. C. (Henry Cadwallader) (1817–1899).
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"Hair-Breadth Escapes: The Adventures of Three Boys in South Africa" by Rev. H.C. Adams is a historical fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the adventurous journey of three boys—Frank, Nick, and Ernest—on a voyage from England to South Africa aboard His Majesty's ship "Hooghly", while also exploring their dynamics with the ship's crew and the challenges they face. The story promises a blend of adventure and camaraderie against a backdrop of naval life during the early 1800s. The beginning of the novel introduces the ship "Hooghly" and its captain, as well as the young protagonists who share a bond as they sail toward South Africa. The boys quickly find themselves entangled in the emerging complications aboard the ship, including a reduction in crew due to desertions and the captain’s stern regulations. The opening chapters set a stage filled with potential for conflicts, mischief, and escape adventures, giving readers a glimpse into the characters' personalities and their determination to navigate the trials ahead.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Hair-Breadth Escapes: The Adventures of Three Boys in South Africa
- Author credits: Adams, H. C. (Henry Cadwallader) (1817–1899)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories
- Boys -- Juvenile fiction
- Hunting -- Juvenile fiction
- South Africa -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
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