Buck Jones At Annapolis (1907)

By Richmond Pearson Hobson

Book Overview

""Buck Jones At Annapolis"" is a novel written by Richmond Pearson Hobson and published in 1907. The story follows the adventures of Buck Jones, a young man from the South who dreams of attending the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. Despite facing numerous obstacles, including financial difficulties and the disapproval of his father, Buck is determined to achieve his goal and become a successful naval officer. Along the way, he must navigate the challenges of life at the academy, including rigorous academic and physical training, as well as the social hierarchies and rivalries among his classmates. As Buck strives to prove himself and earn the respect of his peers and superiors, he also learns valuable lessons about loyalty, courage, and the importance of teamwork. ""Buck Jones At Annapolis"" is a classic coming-of-age story that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the U.S. Navy in the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164195042
• ISBN13: 9781164195047
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 394 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"