Ben Burton - William Henry Kingston Giles

Ben Burton: Or Born And Bred At Sea is a novel written by William Henry Giles Kingston and first published in 1872. The story revolves around the life of a young boy named Ben Burton who was born and raised on a ship. Ben's father, a sailor, died when he was young and he was left under the care of his mother who was also a sailor. The novel follows Ben's journey as he grows up and becomes a skilled sailor himself.The story takes place in the 19th century and provides a vivid portrayal of life at sea during that time. The novel is filled with exciting adventures and dangerous encounters that Ben faces on his journey. He encounters pirates, storms, and other challenges that test his courage and skills as a sailor.Throughout the novel, Ben's love for the sea and his passion for sailing are evident. He is determined to follow in his father's footsteps and become a successful sailor. The novel also explores themes of family, loyalty, and perseverance.Overall, Ben Burton: Or Born And Bred At Sea is an exciting and engaging novel that provides a glimpse into the world of sailing in the 19th century. It is a timeless classic that is still enjoyed by readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781436787192