Captains Courageous
One of Rudyard Kipling's most enduringly popular works is Captains Courageous, a stirring coming-of-age story. Harvey Cheyne, the pampered fifteen-year-old son of an American millionaire, falls overboard while sailing to Europe. Saved by a New England fishing schooner, he must prove his worth to his rough new companions through the mastery of survival skills. This edition includes an Introduction by Marilyn Sides and an Afterword by Jane Yolen.
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One of Rudyard Kipling's most popular stories, Captains Courageous, is about a young boy named Harvey Cheyne. He is the son of a rich American man and is traveling to Europe when he falls off the boat. Luckily, he is saved by a fishing ship from New England. However, the crew is not impressed by his wealth and is surprised by how little he knows. To gain their respect, Harvey must learn the skills needed for their survival. This edition of the book includes an introduction by Marilyn Sides and an afterword by Jane Yolen.
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Brand: Signet Classics
Publisher Date: 01/07/2014
Author: Rudyard Kipling
Dimensions: 6.75 x 4.19
UPC: 9780451465658
Pages: 224
