JIM DAVIS (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Thrilling Escapade of a Daring Hero on a Dangerous Sea Mission (All-Time Favourite Children's Classics)By John Masefield
Length5h 49m
About this audiobook
John Masefield's Jim Davis is a vigorous tale of youthful peril, smuggling, and moral awakening, set amid the dangerous coasts and waterways beloved of English adventure fiction. Written in clear, swift prose enriched by a poet's ear for rhythm and atmosphere, the novel combines suspenseful incident with a strong sense of place. It belongs to the Edwardian tradition of boys' adventure stories, yet its realism, nautical detail, and ethical seriousness give it a distinctive literary weight. Masefield, later Poet Laureate of England, was deeply shaped by the sea. Born in 1878, he trained for a maritime life and served in merchant vessels before turning fully to writing. His early experiences furnished him with an intimate knowledge of ships, sailors, coastal communities, and the harsh romance of seafaring. That background informs Jim Davis, lending authenticity to its action and emotional force to its portrait of courage under pressure. This book is recommended to readers who value classic adventure with literary refinement. It will especially appeal to those interested in maritime fiction, coming-of-age narratives, and the work of an author whose prose carries the cadence and authority of lived experience.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreChildren's Literature
Length5 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 15, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5Chapter I: My First Journey
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6Chapter II: Night-Riders
7Chapter III: The Man on the Mound
8Chapter IV: The Hut in the Gorse-Bushes
9Chapter V: The Last Voyage of the "Snail"
10Chapter VI: The Owl's Cry
11Chapter VII: The Two Coastguards
12Chapter VIII: The Cave in the Cliff
13Chapter IX: Signing On
14Chapter X: Aboard the Lugger
15Chapter XI: The Frigate "Laocoon"
16Chapter XII: Black Pool Bay
17Chapter XIII: In the Valley
18Chapter XIV: A Traitor
19Chapter XV: The Battle on the Shore
20Chapter XVI: Drifting
21Chapter XVII: The "Blue Boar"
22Chapter XVIII: Tracked
23Chapter XIX: The Road to London
24Chapter XX: The Gipsy Camp
25Analysis
26Reflection
27Memorable Quotes
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