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Cover of Captains Courageous by Rudyard Kipling
Year: 2018
Language: en
Pages: 142
ISBN-13: 9781980778936
Dewey Decimal: FIC
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Captains Courageous by Rudyard Kipling is a tale of transformation and adventure, published by Independently Published on April 8, 2018. This edition spans 142 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Harvey Chaney Jr., the entitled son of a railroad tycoon, who finds himself washed overboard from a transatlantic steamship. Rescued by fishermen on the Grand Banks, he is unable to leverage his wealth to return home and instead is offered a job on a passing schooner, setting the stage for his journey of self-discovery.

Readers will find that the narrative explores Harvey’s trials as he adapts to life at sea, moving from arrogance to maturity through his experiences with the crew. The book delves into themes of personal growth and resilience, as Harvey learns valuable lessons about hard work and camaraderie in the face of adversity. Captains Courageous presents a rich tapestry of action and adventure, inviting readers to witness the evolution of a boy into a man amidst the challenges of his new environment.


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The adventures of Harvey Chaney Jr., an arrogant and spoiled son of a railroad tycoon. Washed overboard from a transatlantic steamship and rescued by fishermen on the Grand Banks, Harvey cannot persuade them to take him ashore, nor convince them of his wealth. However, the captain of a passing schooner offers him a job as crew until they return to port. With no other choice, Harvey accepts, and there begins a series of trials and adventures where the boy learns to adjust to his rough new life, and takes the first steps towards becoming a man.

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This page includes the available description and bibliographic details for “Captains Courageous” by Rudyard Kipling. Synopsis preview: The adventures of Harvey Chaney Jr., an arrogant and spoiled son of a railroad tycoon. Washed overboard from a transatlantic steamship and rescued by fishermen on the Grand Banks, Harvey cannot persuade them to take him…
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“Captains Courageous” is credited to Rudyard Kipling.
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Publisher: Independently Published. Year: 2018.
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ISBN-13: 9781980778936.
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Language: en. Pages: 142.

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