A vivid seafaring tale of courage, rivalry, and a young officer’s rise from hard beginnings to trusted leadership.
Tom Bowling follows a sailor who climbs the ranks through grit, wit, and the support of bold shipmates. Set against the bustle of 18th‑century naval life, the story blends hard‑won competence with the warmth of camaraderie, interwoven with moments of humor and danger at sea. Readers glimpse life on deck, the pressure of command, and the personal pull of a hopeful love that fuels every voyage.
From daring rescues to tense gatherings on shipboard, this edition brings to light the choices and character that shape a sailor’s career. The narrative moves through boardroom style promotions, sea‑faring banter, and the shared pride of men who live by common codes while chasing a future they can believe in.
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic nautical fiction, character‑driven tales of perseverance, and historical settings that feel lived and immediate.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the life story of Tom Bowling, a boy born into poverty who finds unlikely fortune aboard a ship after signing on as a volunteer. Throughout his adventures, Tom encounters a colourful cast of characters and grapples with themes of loyalty, loss, and the search for belonging. As he navigates the complexities of life at sea, Tom learns the value of perseverance, kindness, and the transformative power of love. Ultimately, Tom's journey is one of self-discovery and redemption, as he learns to embrace his own identity and forge a meaningful path in the face of life's challenges. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330706527_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330706527
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330706527
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 324 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25832072/1
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