Dick Sands the Boy Captain by Jules Verne

Dick Sands the Boy Captain

Extraordinary Voyages #17

Jules Verne with Ellen E. Frewer (Translator)

292 pages first pub 1878 (editions)

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Dick Sands the Boy Captain by Jules Verne is a gripping and thought-provoking read that will captivate readers who appreciate historical adventure, geographical exploration, and moral depth, making it an excellent fit for those who enjoy stories that transport them to the untamed heart of Africa and challenge them to confront the harsh realities of the slave trade.

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On the 2nd of February, 1873, the "Pilgrim," a tight little craft of 400 tons burden, lay in lat. 43 57', S. and long. 165 19', W. She was a schooner, the property of James W. Weldon, a wealthy Californian ship-owner who had fitted her out at Sa...

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3.62
based on 350 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 95%

emotional: 20%

inspiring: 20%

hopeful: 15%

mysterious: 15%

challenging: 10%

informative: 10%

tense: 10%

dark: 5%

funny: 5%

lighthearted: 5%

sad: 5%


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