Harper's Round Table, March 16, 1897

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A young boy's yearning for adventure turns treacherous when he's swept away from shore and faces the unpredictable sea alone.

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Children & Young Adult Reading Encyclopedias/Dictionaries/Reference

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2019-12-27

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Summary

"Harper's Round Table, March 16, 1897" by Various, is a vintage children's publication containing stories and articles designed for young readers. This edition begins with "A Boat and a Boy" by John Habberton, an exciting narrative about Bruce Marvel, a boy from a village far from the sea, whose biggest dream is to sail. While visiting his aunt who lives by the sea, Bruce’s curiosity and spirit lead him to an unexpected solo adventure when the rope holding the fishing boat he's in breaks, sending him drifting into the open ocean, setting the scene for a maritime journey full of both excitement and danger.