In the Rocky Mountains - Kingston, William Henry Giles
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Reprint of the original, first published in 1878. The Antigonos publishing house specialises in the publication of reprints of historical books. We make sure that these works are made available to the public in good condition in order to preserve their cultural heritage.

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Reprint of the original, first published in 1878. The Antigonos publishing house specialises in the publication of reprints of historical books. We make sure that these works are made available to the public in good condition in order to preserve their cultural heritage.
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William Henry Giles Kingston (1814-1880), an eminent Victorian writer of boys' adventure novels, cemented his literary reputation with tales of exotic locales and rip-roaring exploits. His work is typified by the novel 'In the Rocky Mountains' which weaves rich narratives with educational and moral underpinnings. Born in London to a family with deep roots in the British Empire, Kingston spent much of his youth in Portugal. This exposure to diverse cultures influenced his literary canvas, filling it with vivid descriptions of uncharted territories and maritime adventures. Kingston's foray into writing stemmed from a combination of his love for the sea and his passion for storytelling. His extensive bibliography exceeds a hundred books, including titles like 'Peter the Whaler' and 'The Three Midshipmen', which were wildly popular in their day. Known for his painstaking research, Kingston aimed to both entertain and inform his young audience, instilling values of bravery, loyalty, and perseverance. His commitment to factual accuracy, along with his flair for adventure, has earned Kingston a respected position in the children's literature of the 19th century. Despite changing literary tastes over time, Kingston's work provides a fascinating window into the imperial mindset and narrative style of the Victorian period.