Jack at Sea: All Work and No Play Made Him a Dull Boy

"Jack at Sea: All Work and No Play Made Him a Dull Boy" by George Manville Fenn is a tale set in the 1800s which centers around a young, bookish boy named Jack Meadows, whose father worries about his health and sedentary lifestyle. Driven by concern, Sir John, Jack's dad, arranges a challenging sea voyage around the globe, hoping the adventure will transform his son into a healthier and more active young man. Initially resistant, Jack confronts his apprehensions about leaving behind his books and familiar surroundings as preparations begin, highlighting the close relationship with his father and his own fears of what awaits him on the open sea.