George At The Wheel: Or Life In The Pilot House (1881)

By Harry Castlemon

Book Overview

""George At The Wheel: Or Life In The Pilot House"" is a novel written by Harry Castlemon and first published in 1881. The story follows the adventures of George Warren, a young man who dreams of becoming a pilot on the Mississippi River. George's determination and hard work pay off when he is finally given the opportunity to work on a riverboat as a pilot's assistant. As he learns the ropes of the trade, George encounters a variety of challenges and dangers, including treacherous currents, dangerous storms, and unscrupulous competitors. Along the way, he also makes friends with his fellow crew members and falls in love with a young woman named Alice. The novel provides a vivid and detailed portrait of life on the Mississippi River in the late 19th century, including the workings of the riverboat industry, the challenges faced by pilots and crew members, and the social and cultural milieu of the region. It also explores themes of determination, perseverance, and the pursuit of one's dreams. Overall, ""George At The Wheel"" is a thrilling and engaging adventure story that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of American history.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: 1164131737
• ISBN13: 9781164131731
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 390 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"