William Henry Giles Kingston
William Henry Giles Kingston, often credited as W. H. G. Kingston, was an English writer of boys' adventure novels.
Great African Travellers: From Mungo Park to Livingstone and Stanley
Venture into the heart of 19th-century Africa alongside daring explorers as they navigate unknown territories, encounter diverse tribes, and face deadly challenges in their pursuit of geographical enlightenment.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
Our Soldiers: Gallant Deeds of the British Army during Victoria's Reign
Witness the valor and the cost of war through the stories of British soldiers battling in distant lands during Queen Victoria's reign.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
With Axe and Rifle
A family's trek to the American West tests their courage as they brave natural dangers and face moral dilemmas in a land of untamed beauty and hidden threats.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
The Three Lieutenants
Witness the brotherly bond and naval aspirations of two young men as they navigate duty, friendship, and adventure in the 1860s Royal Navy.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
Count Ulrich of Lindburg: A Tale of the Reformation in Germany
In a world turned upside down by religious change, a young man's journey towards understanding could either unite his family or tear them apart forever.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
The History of Little Peter, the Ship Boy
Orphaned and alone, a young boy seeks solace and adventure on the high seas, where his faith and courage will be tested by the trials of life aboard a ship in the late 1800s.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
Sunshine Bill
An orphaned boy's luck changes as he journeys through deadly battles and shipwrecks, showing optimism and bravery as he embarks on a life-changing journey at sea.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
Happy Jack, and Other Tales of the Sea
A mischievous fourteen-year-old seeks adventure on the high seas, finding challenge, danger, and camaraderie as he finds his place among seasoned sailors.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
Antony Waymouth; Or, The Gentlemen Adventurers
Set sail with two friends as they navigate treacherous seas, face thrilling battles, and pursue dreams of fortune and glory in a bygone era.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
The Gilpins and their Fortunes: A Story of Early Days in Australia
Driven by dreams of prosperity, two brothers travel to a distant land, where they face unforeseen challenges while striving to establish a new life amidst dishonest individuals and the perils of the Australian outback.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
True Blue
Amidst roaring battles at sea, a child is born into a world of brave sailors, their families, and the hope amidst a turbulent life.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
Arctic Adventures
A daring journey into the frozen north unfolds, as a desperate search for a missing sibling reveals both the beauty and the brutal challenges of a wild, icy world.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
How Britannia Came to Rule the Waves Updated to 1900
From ancient mariners to a naval powerhouse, discover the epic story of how one island nation mastered the seas and built a legendary navy.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
My First Voyage to Southern Seas
A young man risks everything on a dangerous sea voyage to rescue his brother, testing the limits of his courage and family loyalty.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
Ned Garth; Or, Made Prisoner in Africa: A Tale of the Slave Trade
A young man's life takes a dangerous turn when he rescues a mysterious survivor of a shipwreck, leading him into the heart of the brutal slave trade.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
The Last Look: A Tale of the Spanish Inquisition
In the shadow of religious persecution, a forbidden love ignites, threatening to crumble under the weight of a ruthless Inquisition.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
Ralph Clavering; Or, We Must Try Before We Can Do
Amidst societal unrest and personal battles, two young cousins unearth their true selves and learn that even the most headstrong heart can be changed through compassion and perseverance.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
The Perils and Adventures of Harry Skipwith by Land and Sea
Driven by a thirst for adventure, a young man's journey across the world quickly turns into a dangerous fight for survival against nature's fury and river's perils.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
The Two Whalers; Or, Adventures in the Pacific
A young man's voyage turns treacherous as he battles pirates, endures violent storms, and navigates a mutiny while hunting whales in the vast Pacific.
By William Henry Giles Kingston
Old Jack
** An orphaned boy finds adventure and danger as he navigates the unpredictable world of seafaring in a bygone era.
By William Henry Giles Kingston