| Author |
Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880 |
| Illustrator |
Groome, William H. C., 1860-1914 |
| Title |
On the Banks of the Amazon
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"On the Banks of the Amazon" by W.H.G. Kingston is a narrative adventure written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the experiences of a young protagonist, Harry Faithful, as he travels from Quito to the Amazon, exploring themes of natural history, personal growth, and friendship. The setting, full of adventure and exotic locales, promises an engaging journey as Harry embarks on a quest to explore the vibrant wildlife and cultures of South America. The opening of the narrative centers on young Harry's early memories in Quito, describing his upbringing in a multicultural environment influenced by both Spanish and indigenous cultures. He provides vivid descriptions of the surrounding mountains, particularly Pichincha and Chimborazo, setting the scene for his adventurous spirit. As the story progresses, Harry's family dynamics and aspirations are introduced, including plans for a journey to England and beyond, setting in motion his eventual voyage down the Amazon. The opening portion establishes Harry's character as curious and eager to learn, foreshadowing the adventures that await him in the jungles of South America. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Natural history -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Brazil -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Amazon River -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Ecuador -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
21385 |
| Release Date |
May 8, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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