| Author |
Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael), 1825-1894 |
| Illustrator |
Pearson |
| Title |
Under the Waves: Diving in Deep Waters
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"Under the Waves; or, Diving in Deep Waters" by R. M. Ballantyne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Edgar Berrington, a young engineering enthusiast who seeks to become a skilled diver, and Rooney Machowl, an Irishman aspiring to leave his carpentry trade for the diving profession. The narrative promises adventure and insight into the diving techniques of the period, interweaving themes of romance, aspiration, and the complexities of human relationships. The opening portion of the tale introduces us to Edgar as he seeks diving lessons from the experienced professional diver Baldwin. Their dialogue highlights Edgar's eagerness to learn about diving, while Baldwin shares insights about the intricacies and dangers of the profession. We also meet Rooney Machowl, who is preparing to start his diving career. The chapter sets the stage for a mix of technical exploration of diving equipment and personal interactions that hint at Edgar’s romantic interest in Aileen, the daughter of a wealthy merchant, as well as his struggles against social expectations. The stage is effectively set for both adventure and personal development as the characters embark on their underwater quests. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Pirates -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Deep diving -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
China Sea -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23493 |
| Release Date |
Nov 15, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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