In the King's Name: The Cruise of the "Kestrel"

Language: EnglishPublished: November 6, 2007

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Conduct of life Juvenile fiction Friendship Voyages and travels Kings and rulers Adventure and adventurers Sailors Ship captains Smugglers

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Fiction Children & Young Adult Reading

Authors:

Fenn, George Manville
1831 - 1909

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Set against the backdrop of maritime conflict and political intrigue, "In the King's Name: The Cruise of the 'Kestrel'" by George Manville Fenn immerses readers in the turbulent world of the 18th-century British coastguard. Follow Hilary Leigh, a determined midshipman, as he grapples with the dual threats of smuggling operations and Jacobite conspiracies. This gripping historical novel explores themes of loyalty and duty while providing vivid depictions of naval life and the challenges of maintaining order on the high seas. Ideal for students and historians alike, this work offers a rich narrative that intertwines adventure with the complexities of loyalty to crown and country. Discover the perilous journey aboard the Kestrel and the stakes of a nation in turmoil.