Harold Overdon: Ashore And Afloat (1862)

By Chartley Castle

Book Overview

Harold Overdon: Ashore And Afloat is a novel written by Chartley Castle in 1862. The story follows the life of the eponymous protagonist, Harold Overdon, as he navigates through the challenges of life both on land and at sea. Harold is a young man who is forced to leave his home and family to pursue a career as a sailor. He faces numerous obstacles and dangers while at sea, including storms, pirates, and mutinies. On land, he encounters love, betrayal, and the trials and tribulations of family life. Throughout the novel, Harold must balance his desire for adventure and his duty to his loved ones. The book offers a vivid portrayal of life in the mid-19th century, with detailed descriptions of naval battles, life at sea, and the social and economic conditions of the time. It is a gripping tale of adventure, romance, and personal growth, with themes that are still relevant today.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: 1164665448
• ISBN13: 9781164665441
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 334 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"