Swept Into the Sea

Swept Into the Sea
Author: Sheila Seifert
Publisher: Focus on the Family
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2023-05-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1646070941

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Over 1 million sold in series! When kids step into the Imagination Station, they experience an unforgettable journey filled with action-packed adventure and excitement. Each book whisks readers away on a new journey with cousins Patrick and Beth around the world and back in time. Patrick and Beth travel back in time in the Imagination Station to a grain ship in the Mediterranean Sea during the first century. A violent storm has been raging for fourteen days, and the ship is in danger of crashing into the African coastline or breaking up due to the crashing waves. On the ship, the cousins meet Paul, a prisoner on his way to Rome for trial, and his traveling companions. Paul tells everyone that God has told him that everyone on the ship will be saved . . . if they stick together. But the passengers are forced to abandon the ship and swim for shore when the ship runs aground. Will God's promise come true?

The Chapters of Sea Adventures

The Chapters of Sea Adventures
Author: G. A. Henty
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 1538
Release: 2019-10-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

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e-artnow presents to you this meticulously edited G. A. Henty collection: "Under Drake's Flag" is the tale of the fight between the great empires of Spain and Britain for the supremacy on the seas and oceans. Tale is told from the perspective of a young boy who, along with a few friends, finds himself in the service of famous Francis Drake. "Chapter of Adventures: Through the Bombardment of Alexandria" is tale of the young midshipman, Jack Robson, who works on a small fishing boat. After showing bravery in saving some man on sea, Jack is hired by a large ship owner and sent to Egypt, where his ship falls in the hands of revolted troops. "The Queen's Cup" is a tale of a yachting race which turns into a thrilling action spread all over the Atlantic. "With Cochrane the Dauntless: A Tale of the Exploits of Lord Cochrane" is the story of an orphan boy who becomes a sailor and serves under Lord Cochrane, the Earl of Peterborough. They go through the war between Peru and Chile, boy gets taken prisoner, tried by the Inquisition and many more. "Among Malay Pirates" is a tale of British soldiers who head to a foreign land in Southeast Asia to set up trade agreements with unknown villages. A couple of sailors wish for a little excitement and their wish is granted with the meeting with Malayan Pirates. "A Roving Commission, or, Through the Black Insurrection at Hayti" is set at the time of the Great Revolt of the Blacks, when Hayti won its independence. Tale is full of naval battles, pirates, rescues, and fighting. "By Conduct and Courage: A Story of Nelson's Days" – Will Gilmore is a young boy raised in a small Yorkshire village. With some experience gathered on fishing boats he joins the navy. Showing courage in the fight against the French gets him the promotion to midshipman which leads to a great career on the sea, including battles, pirates, capturing and escaping. "The Mate's Story" is a tale of a ship that gets infected by a plague.

The Mauritius Command (Vol. Book 4) (Aubrey/Maturin Novels)

The Mauritius Command (Vol. Book 4) (Aubrey/Maturin Novels)
Author: Patrick O'Brian
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 368
Release: 1991-05-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0393060497

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"Jack's assignment: to capture the Indian Ocean islands of Réunion and Mauritius from the French. That campaign forms the narrative thread of this rollicking sea saga. But its substance is more beguiling still." —Elizabeth Peer, Newsweek Captain Jack Aubrey is ashore on half pay without a command—until Stephen Maturin arrives with secret orders for Aubrey to take a frigate to the Cape of Good Hope under a commodore's pennant, there to mount an expedition against the French-held islands of Mauritius and La Réunion. But the difficulties of carrying out his orders are compounded by two of his own captains—Lord Clonfert, a pleasure-seeking dilettante, and Captain Corbett, whose severity pushes his crew to the verge of mutiny.

Kydd

Kydd
Author: Julian Stockwin
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2001-08-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0743216679

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From internationally bestselling author Julian Stockwell comes a dramatic story closely based on real events following one man’s journey as he becomes a true sailor and defender of Britain. Europe is ablaze with war. The British prime minister is under pressure to intimidate the French and dispatches a Navy squadron to appear off the French coast. To man the ships, ordinary citizens must be press-ganged. Thomas Paine Kydd, a young wig-maker from Guildford, is seized and taken across the country to be part of the crew of the ninety-eight-gun line-of-battle ship Duke William. The ship sails immediately and Kydd has to learn the harsh realities of shipboard life fast. Despite all he goes through, amid dangers of tempest and battle, he comes to admire the skills and courage of his fellow seamen, taking up the challenge himself to become a true sailor and defender of Britain at war. Kydd launches a masterly writing talent and is the first installment of a thrilling new series. Based on dramatic real events, it is classic storytelling at its best, rich with action, exceptional characters, and a page-turning narrative.

Can You Survive Being Lost at Sea?

Can You Survive Being Lost at Sea?
Author: Allison Lassieur
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2013
Genre: Plot-your-own stories
ISBN: 142966861X

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"Describes the fight for survival while being lost at sea"--Provided by publisher.

Trapped at the Bottom of the Sea

Trapped at the Bottom of the Sea
Author: Frank E. Peretti
Publisher: Crossway
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2004-07
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9781581346213

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Dr. Jake Cooper, his son Jay, and adventurer-journalist Meaghan Flaherty evade angry terrorists and cannibal tribes as they desperately search for Lila Cooper after her plane is hijacked in a remote corner of the Pacific.

The Sea of Adventure

The Sea of Adventure
Author: Enid Blyton
Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
Total Pages: 197
Release: 2015-02-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1444926136

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Enid Blyton's much-loved classic series, packed full of adventure and mystery. A mysterious trip to the desolate northen isles leads to another exciting adventure for Philip, Dinah, Lucy-Ann and Jack. Bill is kidnapped, and the children are marooned far from the mainland. Will they rescue Bill in a dangerous game of hide-and-seek with an unknown enemy? First published in 1948, this edition contains the original text and is unillustrated.

Deep Sea Adventures

Deep Sea Adventures
Author: Kirsten Hall
Publisher: Children's Press(CT)
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2003
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780516244693

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Introduces how scientists explore the oceans to seek or study such things as the giant squid, wreckage of the Titanic, a fossil Coelacanth, and the lost city of Atlantis.

Blue Ocean Bob Discovers His Purpose

Blue Ocean Bob Discovers His Purpose
Author: Brooks Olbrys
Publisher: Greenleaf Book Group
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2021-06-30
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1736380117

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Begin your voyage of discovery with Blue Ocean Bob as he goes in search of his true purpose. Despite his idyllic island life, young Bob yearns for a greater sense of fulfillment. Accompanied by his guardian Xena, an overly cautious hummingbird, his quest leads him first to Al, a playful and spirited dolphin, and then to the local sage, an old turtle named Doc, who finally helps Bob realize his passion and discover his purpose—to protect the sea and all life within it.

Privateer's Revenge

Privateer's Revenge
Author: Julian Stockwin
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 325
Release: 2008-10-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1590132203

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Following the loss of his fiancée, Lieutenant Thomas Kydd descends into depression in this installment of the riveting nautical-adventure series. Rescued from despair by his close friend Renzi, Kydd finds life increasingly difficult when he is framed and dismissed from his ship. The pair eke out a pitiful existence in Guernsey, where, in a moment of desperation, Renzi offers his services to the Prince de Bouillon and becomes embroiled in covert operations. Meanwhile, Kydd accepts the captaincy of a privateer and is soon taking many prizes. Kydd longs to rejoin his rightful place in the navy, however, and when he gets his chance, he risks all for revenge and restoration.