Washed Ashore; Or, The Tower of Stormount Bay

Language: EnglishPublished: November 6, 2007

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Subjects:

Conduct of life Juvenile fiction Voyages and travels Adventure and adventurers Siblings Shipwrecks Sailors Smuggling

Bookshelves:

Fiction Literature Children & Young Adult Reading

Authors:

Kingston, William Henry Giles
1814 - 1880

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About this book

In the late 19th century, as maritime trade flourished along the English coast, the allure of adventure and danger beckoned young souls. "Washed Ashore; Or, The Tower of Stormount Bay" by W.H.G. Kingston captures this spirit through the eyes of Jack Askew, who finds himself entangled with smugglers while navigating the treacherous waters near his home. With vivid descriptions of coastal life and the thrill of clandestine escapades, Kingston weaves a tale rich in suspense and moral dilemmas. Ideal for students and literary enthusiasts alike, this novel invites readers to explore themes of bravery and integrity against a backdrop of historical maritime intrigue. Discover the challenges Jack faces as he confronts both external threats and his own convictions.