Harry Collingwood, Archibald Webb

A Chinese Command

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Embark on a thrilling voyage with Harry Collingwood's "A Chinese Command: A Story of Adventure in Eastern Seas." This classic adventure story plunges readers into the heart of the Eastern Seas, where danger and excitement await at every turn. Set against the backdrop of China and its surrounding waters, this historical fiction captures the spirit of daring exploration and maritime adventure. Perfect for readers who love classic tales of the sea, "A Chinese Command" delivers a captivating journey filled with suspense and intrigue. Experience the allure of a bygone era through Collingwood's vivid storytelling and immersive depiction of life on the open water. This meticulously prepared print edition offers a timeless adventure, inviting you to discover the thrill of the unknown and the courage of those who dared to navigate it. A compelling read for anyone seeking a classic boys' adventure filled with action, suspense, and the timeless appeal of the sea. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 228
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 327g
• ISBN-13: 9781022970267
• ISBN-10: 1022970267
• Artikelnr.: 74097539

Autorenporträt

Harry Collingwood was the pseudonym of William Joseph Cosens Lancaster (1851-1922), an author who chartered a distinct course in the genre of nautical adventure fiction. Collingwood's writing career blossomed with an array of books focusing on the maritime tales, valuable for young readers with a penchant for seafaring adventures. His narratives often blended authentic seafaring knowledge with fictional coming-of-age stories, set against vividly-described exotic locales and historical backdrop providing an educative slant to his chivalrous tales. A notable work, 'A Chinese Command,' showcases Collingwood's grasp of the subgenre he specialized in, embedding finely tuned technical details into the warp and weft of thrilling escapades. As an engineer by profession, Lancaster's extensive knowledge and experience in marine engineering imbued his narratives with realism, complementing his literary style that merged technical acuity with imaginative storytelling. Collingwood's influence in the realm of juvenile nautical fiction remains significant, and his novels continue to be appreciated for their historical context and detailed depiction of seafaring life.