Courage, True Hearts: Sailing in Search of Fortune
High-Seas Quest for Wealth and GloryBy Gordon Stables
Length8h 49m
About this audiobook
In "Courage, True Hearts: Sailing in Search of Fortune," Gordon Stables crafts an adventurous narrative that blends sea exploration with the heroic qualities of character and camaraderie. Written in the late 19th century, Stables' literary style is characterized by its vivid imagery and romantic ideals, reflecting the zeitgeist of Victorian adventure literature where the allure of the sea symbolized both physical and moral quests. The story follows a diverse group of sailors who navigate treacherous waters'Äînot only as they seek treasure and fortune but also as they confront personal fears and forge deep bonds of friendship. Stables' masterful prose immerses the reader in a world full of challenges, celebrating the resilience and bravery of the human spirit amidst the vastness of the ocean. Gordon Stables, a Scottish author and physician, possessed an adventurous spirit and a deep appreciation for the natural world, both of which are powerfully reflected in his works. His experiences in the navy and his fascination with sailing likely inspired him to pen this spirited tale. As someone who sought to inspire youth, his writing often aimed to instill values of courage and integrity, drawing from his own life lessons and travels. "Courage, True Hearts" is highly recommended for readers who relish tales steeped in adventure and moral depth. Whether for young adults embarking on their own journeys or for seasoned readers looking for a blend of excitement and insight, Stables' work serves as a reminder of the enduring power of courage and true friendship on life's most turbulent seas.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Action and Adventure
Length8 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I--HOPE TOLD A FLATTERING TALE
17CHAPTER X.--SO POOR CONAL MUST PERISH!
2CHAPTER II.--HURRAH FOR "MERRIE ENGLAND"!
18CHAPTER XI.--THUS HAND IN HAND THE BROTHERS SLEEP.
3CHAPTER III.--THE BOYS' LIFE IN LONDON.
19CHAPTER XII.--WINTER LIFE IN AN ANTARCTIC PACK.
4CHAPTER IV.--WILD SPORTS ON MOORLAND AND ICE.
20CHAPTER XIII.--A CHAOS OF ROLLING AND DASHING ICE.
5CHAPTER V.--A HIGHLAND BLIZZARD--THE LOST SHEEP AND SHEPHERD.
21CHAPTER XIV.--"HEAVE, AND SHE GOES! HURRAH!"
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6CHAPTER VI.--"THE BREATH OF GOD WAS OVER ALL THE LAND."
22CHAPTER XV.--THE ISLES OF DESOLATION.
7CHAPTER VII.--THE PARTING COMES AT LAST.
23CHAPTER I.--SHIPWRECK ON A LONELY ISLE.
8CHAPTER I.--THE TERRORS OF THE OCEAN.
24CHAPTER II.--A WEARY TIME.
9CHAPTER II.--A FEARFUL EXPERIENCE.
25CHAPTER III.--CHILDREN OF THE SKY.
10CHAPTER III.--BOUND FOR SOUTHERN SEAS OF ICE.
26CHAPTER IV.--TREASURE-HUNTERS. THE FOREST.
11CHAPTER IV.--ON THE WINGS OF THE WIND.
27CHAPTER V.--FIGHTING THE GORILLAS.
12CHAPTER V.--JOHNNIE SHINGLES AND OLD MR. PEN.
28CHAPTER VI.--AN INVADING ARMY--VICTORY!
13CHAPTER VI.--"BACK WATER ALL! FOR LIFE, BOYS, FOR LIFE!"
29CHAPTER VII.--THE MYSTERIOUS STONE.
14CHAPTER VII.--"HERE'S TO THE LOVED ONES AT HOME."
30CHAPTER VIII.--THE BATTLE AT THE FORD.
15CHAPTER VIII.--CAPTAIN TALBOT SPINS A YARN.
31CHAPTER IX.--THE VERY IDENTICAL BIRD.
16CHAPTER IX.--TONGUES OF LURID FIRE, BLUE, GREEN, AND DEEPEST CRIMSON.
32CHAPTER X.--THE WELCOME HOME.
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