Syd Belton: The Boy Who Would Not Go to Sea: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Syd Belton: The Boy Who Would Not Go to Sea: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Syd Belton: The Boy Who Would Not Go to Sea is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Fenn, George Manville (1831–1909).
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"Syd Belton: The Boy Who Would Not Go to Sea" by George Manville Fenn is a coming-of-age novel set in the middle of the eighteenth century. The story revolves around Sydney Belton, the son of a naval captain, who expresses a strong aversion to a life at sea, much to the dismay of his father and uncle, both naval officers. As Sydney grapples with the familial expectations of joining the Navy versus his desire to become a doctor, the narrative explores themes of duty, identity, and rebellion against societal norms. At the start of the story, we find Sydney embroiled in a lively dinner conversation with his father and uncle, who fervently wish for him to follow in their naval footsteps. However, Sydney boldly asserts his intention to pursue medicine, leading to a comedic clash of wills. After a series of escalating reactions from the adults, including a humorous running fight with a fellow boy, Sydney makes the impulsive decision to run away in defiance. His subsequent adventures, filled with juvenile mischief, self-discovery, and the harsh realities of life away from home, unfold against his internal struggle of wanting to please his family while seeking his unique path. The opening chapters effectively set the tone for a charming yet poignant exploration of youth and ambition.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Syd Belton: The Boy Who Would Not Go to Sea
- Author credits: Fenn, George Manville (1831–1909)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Admirals -- Juvenile fiction
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Courage -- Juvenile fiction
- Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
- Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
- Uncles -- Juvenile fiction
- Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
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