The Boy who sailed with Blake: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Boy who sailed with Blake is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Kingston, William Henry Giles (1814–1880).
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"The Boy Who Sailed with Blake" by W.H.G. Kingston is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. Set against the backdrop of the English Civil War in the 1650s, the story follows the young protagonist, Ben Bracewell, along with his friends Lancelot Kerridge and Dick Harvey, as they become embroiled in the conflict between the Parliamentarians and the Royalists. With a focus on the valor and experiences of the characters, the novel explores themes of heroism, conscience, and the struggle for civil and religious liberties. At the start of the narrative, the boys find themselves on a fishing trip off the coast of Lyme when they hear the bells of Saint Michael's, signaling the arrival of a military presence. The opening chapters introduce their community's fears regarding a Cavalier attack, as Colonel Blake arrives with his troops to defend the town. As tensions mount, Ben and his friends engage in preparation for potential conflict, illustrating both their youthful enthusiasm and the serious stakes surrounding them. The boys' determination to contribute to the defense of their home shows their dedication to the cause and sets the stage for the historical events that unfold throughout the story.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Boy who sailed with Blake
- Author credits: Kingston, William Henry Giles (1814–1880)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
- Blake, Robert, 1599-1657 -- Juvenile fiction
- Christian life -- Juvenile fiction
- Great Britain -- History -- Civil War, 1642-1649 -- Juvenile fiction
- Naval battles -- England -- Juvenile fiction
- Sailors -- Juvenile fiction
- Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
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