Will Weatherhelm: The Yarn of an Old Sailor

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880

Contributor:

Webb, Archibald, 1887-1944

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Will Weatherhelm: The Yarn of an Old Sailor" by William Henry Giles Kingston is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set at the end of the 18th century and captures the adventurous life of the main character, Will Weatherhelm, the son of a Shetlander sailor. The narrative explores themes of adventure, maritime challenges, and Will's journey to becoming a sailor against the backdrop of perilous seas and shipwrecks. The opening of the book introduces readers to Will's family background, detailing his father's seafaring legacy and tragic fate at sea. Will, raised by his grandmother and aunt in Devonshire, is a spirited boy who longs for adventure, leading him to be enticed by his friend Charley's invitation to join a sailing life aboard the Kite, a schooner. As Will navigates his budding desires, the narrative delves deep into his struggles with familial duties, the excitement of life at sea, and the looming dangers that sailors face, setting the stage for a rich story full of trials, camaraderie, and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England

Notes:

Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2007-05-16