Capitaines Courageux: Une histoire du banc de Terre-Neuve

Language: FrenchPublished: January 22, 2020

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Subjects:

Sea stories Bildungsromans Children of the rich Fiction Fishers Teenage boys Rescues Saltwater fishing Fishing boats Grand Banks of Newfoundland

Bookshelves:

Fiction Literature Children & Young Adult Reading FR Littérature FR Jeunesse

Authors:

Fabulet, Louis
1862 - 1933
Fountaine-Walker, Ch. (Charles)
Gorguet, Auguste-François-Marie
1862 - 1927
Kipling, Rudyard
1865 - 1936

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About this book

In the late 19th century, amidst the booming fishing industry of Newfoundland, Rudyard Kipling’s "Capitaines Courageux: Une histoire du banc de Terre-Neuve" captures the transformative journey of a privileged boy thrust into the harsh realities of maritime life. As young Harvey Cheyne navigates the treacherous waters, he learns invaluable lessons about courage and resilience from the seasoned fishermen who become his mentors. This novel intricately weaves themes of class struggle and personal growth, making it essential for students and civic activists interested in the intersection of privilege and perseverance. Dive into this compelling narrative that reveals the raw beauty of human tenacity against nature’s fiercest challenges.