W. H. G. Kingston

Broschiertes Buch

Dick Cheveley

His Adventures And Misadventures

Beschreibung

""Dick Cheveley: His Adventures And Misadventures"" is a novel written by W. H. G. Kingston. The book follows the life of the titular character, Dick Cheveley, a young man who embarks on a series of adventures and misadventures. The story begins with Dick's childhood and follows him as he grows up and becomes involved in various escapades, including a shipwreck, a mutiny, and a treasure hunt. Along the way, he encounters a diverse cast of characters, including pirates, sailors, and indigenous peoples. Despite his many trials and tribulations, Dick remains determined to live life to the fullest and pursue his dreams. The book is a thrilling and engaging tale of adventure, romance, and perseverance that will captivate readers of all ages.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.

Autor

William Henry Giles Kingston, commonly known as W.H.G. Kingston, was an English author celebrated for his adventure novels, particularly those targeted at young readers. Born on February 28, 1814, in Westminster, London, he was educated at Trinity College. Kingston gained fame for his engaging stories of exploration, heroism, and adventure, which appealed to the youthful imagination. His works often revolved around characters who embarked on thrilling journeys or faced great challenges, promoting virtues such as bravery, loyalty, and perseverance. These themes made Kingston one of the most notable figures in 19th-century children's literature. Over his career, he wrote numerous books, many of which were set in maritime or exotic locations, offering young readers both excitement and moral lessons. He spent most of his life in London, where he passed away on August 5, 1880, at the age of 66. His legacy lives on through his adventure stories, which continue to inspire and entertain readers interested in tales of courage and adventure.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 444
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. Juni 2007
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 26mm
• Gewicht: 716g
• ISBN-13: 9780548316214
• ISBN-10: 054831621X
• Artikelnr.: 23011604