George Manville Fenn

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King o' the Beach A Tropic Tale

Beschreibung

"King o' the Beach: A Tropic Tale" by George Manville Fenn transports readers to an exotic tropical setting filled with adventure and intrigue. Fenn's novel, a captivating blend of beach life and survival, follows the thrilling journey of characters marooned on a remote island after a treacherous shipwreck. As they navigate the challenges of their newfound surroundings, they encounter pirates, uncover hidden treasures, and embark on a quest for survival and exploration. Set against the backdrop of the lush tropical landscape, Fenn's narrative immerses readers in a world of danger and excitement, where every turn brings new discoveries and unforeseen obstacles. With its vivid portrayal of island life and the unpredictable forces of nature, "King o' the Beach" captures the imagination and leaves readers eagerly turning pages to uncover the fate of the characters. Through themes of adventure and intrigue, Fenn's novel transports readers on a thrilling journey of discovery, where the line between friend and foe becomes blurred, and the quest for survival becomes a test of courage and resilience. "King o' the Beach" stands as a testament to Fenn's skill as a storyteller, offering a gripping tale of exploration and survival in a tropical paradise.

Autor

George Manville Fenn was a very productive author of novels, a writer, an editor, and an educator from England. He was born on January 3, 1831, in Pimlico, London. He mostly learned on his own; he taught himself Italian, French, and German. During the years 1851-1854, he went to Battersea Training College for Teachers and then became the head of a state school in Alford, Lincolnshire. In the early 1850s, Fenn started to write short stories and pieces for newspapers and magazines. The Old Forest Ranger, his first book, came out in 1856. Afterward, he wrote more than 100 books, many of them for teenagers and young adults. He was one of the most famous writers of his time, and his books were well-liked and read by many people. I also worked as a reporter and writer for Fenn. Among the newspapers and magazines, he worked for was The Boy's Own Paper, which he ran from 1866 to 1874. He worked hard to make children's books better and was a strong supporter of education and reading. The Englishman Fenn passed away on August 26, 1909, in Isleworth.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 182
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 237g
• ISBN-13: 9789362766366
• ISBN-10: 9362766361
• Artikelnr.: 70947190