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The story centers on Harvey Cheyne, a wealthy boy who is swept overboard and rescued by a Portuguese fishing crew. Stripped of his privileges, he must work hard to earn his place aboard the ship, leading to personal growth as he learns self-reliance and the value of friendship. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century American maritime life, the novel explores themes of class and privilege while offering a thrilling adventure. Celebrated for its portrayal of character development, it emphasizes the importance of hard work and resilience.
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- Title
- Captains Courageous
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Rudyard Kipling
- Publisher
- Simon & Brown
- Released
- 2018
- Pages
- 162
- ISBN13
- 9781731702326
- Series
- First published
- 1897
- Original title
- Captains Courageous
- Rating
- 3.4 out of 5
- Description
- The story centers on Harvey Cheyne, a wealthy boy who is swept overboard and rescued by a Portuguese fishing crew. Stripped of his privileges, he must work hard to earn his place aboard the ship, leading to personal growth as he learns self-reliance and the value of friendship. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century American maritime life, the novel explores themes of class and privilege while offering a thrilling adventure. Celebrated for its portrayal of character development, it emphasizes the importance of hard work and resilience.