Ralph Denham's Adventures in Burma: A Tale of the Burmese Jungle: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Ralph Denham's Adventures in Burma: A Tale of the Burmese Jungle is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Norway, G. (George).
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"Ralph Denham's Adventures in Burma: A Tale of the Burmese Jungle" by G. Norway is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around Ralph Denham, a young boy who is forced to leave his home in Liverpool to seek work in Burma after the death of his father leaves his family in a precarious position. This adventure promises both a journey into the unknown and the character's struggle with personal growth and the hardships of life in a foreign land. The opening of the novel introduces Ralph Denham and his family, revealing the circumstances that lead him to embark on a voyage to Burma. The narrative begins with Ralph's mother, who is grappling with grief and economic hardship following her husband's death, and explores Ralph's internal conflict about leaving his family behind to take a job as an apprentice in Rangoon. Encouraged by his supportive uncle, Ralph ultimately decides to embrace this challenge, setting the stage for his adventure on the ship "Pelican of the North". The details of his departure and the emotional farewells highlight the stakes of his journey, both for him and his family.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Ralph Denham's Adventures in Burma: A Tale of the Burmese Jungle
- Author credits: Norway, G. (George)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boys -- Juvenile fiction
- Burma -- Juvenile fiction
- Fatherless families -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Novels
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