"I wish that I could say so; for then we might hope to discover them on one of the thousand islands of that thickly-studded sea," was her answer. "At first we hoped that such might prove the case, and we half expected to hear of the arrival of our friends on some Chinese junk or Malay prahu at Singapore; but accounts were afterwards received by two ships, stating that a brig, exactly answering her description, was seen steering for the Billiton passage, on the western coast of Borneo; so that either her crew must have turned pirates, or she must have been in the hands of the Malays, if the…mehr
"I wish that I could say so; for then we might hope to discover them on one of the thousand islands of that thickly-studded sea," was her answer. "At first we hoped that such might prove the case, and we half expected to hear of the arrival of our friends on some Chinese junk or Malay prahu at Singapore; but accounts were afterwards received by two ships, stating that a brig, exactly answering her description, was seen steering for the Billiton passage, on the western coast of Borneo; so that either her crew must have turned pirates, or she must have been in the hands of the Malays, if the vessel seen was the one supposed. Of that, however, we can be in no way certain; indeed, the whole circumstance remains wrapped in the most painful mystery."Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
William Henry Giles Kingston (1814-1880) was an influential English writer, best known for his adventure novels targeted at young readers. His works, particularly those with nautical themes, have captivated audiences with tales of heroism, exploration, and moral integrity. Debut: Kingston's literary journey began with the publication of ""The Circassian Chief"" in 1844. Genre: He specialized in seafaring adventure stories that were highly popular in the Victorian era. Output: Prolific in his writing, Kingston authored over 130 books, many focusing on nautical adventures and aimed at young readers. ""Peter the Whaler""(1851): One of Kingston's early successes, detailing the adventures of a young whaler. ""The Three Midshipmen""(1873): Part of a series chronicling the exploits of British naval officers. ""The Three Admirals"" (1891): Continuation of the naval adventure series, showcasing themes of bravery and exploration. Impact on Children's Literature: Kingston's adventure stories have had a lasting impact on children's literature, particularly in the adventure genre. Kingston's contributions to literature have made him a celebrated author, particularly known for his ability to inspire and entertain with stories of exploration and heroism. His works remain a testament to the adventurous spirit of the 19th century and continue to be enjoyed by readers around the world. Enduring Popularity: His tales of the high seas and distant lands continue to be appreciated for their timeless appeal and adventurous spirit. Kingston's contributions to literature have made him a celebrated author, particularly known for his ability to inspire and entertain with stories of exploration and heroism. His works remain a testament to the adventurous spirit of the 19th century and continue to be enjoyed by readers around the world.
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