The Life of a Ship

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Life of a Ship from the Launch to the Wreck" by R. M. Ballantyne is a children's adventure novel written during the Victorian era. The story centers on the character of a young boy named Davy who dreams of life at sea. Through his experiences, the narrative explores themes of adventure, resilience, and the unpredictability of maritime life. The plot follows Davy's journey as he witnesses the construction of a ship, the "Fair Nancy", and ultimately serves as a boy-seaman aboard her. After a series of adventures at sea, including intense storms and sea sickness, the ship is tragically wrecked on a hostile shore. Davy and the crew face numerous challenges as they attempt to survive, including the construction of a raft for escape. Throughout these trials, the story highlights Davy's growth from an eager lad to a brave young man, culminating in their eventual rescue and return home. The narrative serves as both an engaging tale of adventure and a cautionary exploration of the harsh realities sailors faced during that period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England

Notes:

Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2007-06-07