Lucky Bargee (1898)

By Harry Lander

Book Overview

Lucky Bargee is a novel written by Harry Lander and first published in 1898. The story follows the life of a bargee named Tom Bowler, who works on the canals of England. Tom is known for his good luck and his ability to get himself out of tricky situations. He is also a skilled fighter and has a reputation for being able to handle himself in a brawl.The novel begins with Tom being falsely accused of stealing a horse and cart. He is arrested and sent to prison, but manages to escape and goes on the run. Along the way, he meets a young woman named Nellie, who becomes his love interest. Together, they try to clear Tom's name and find the real culprit.Throughout the book, Tom encounters a variety of colorful characters, including other bargees, gypsies, and members of the criminal underworld. He also faces numerous challenges, such as being chased by the police and getting into fights with rival bargees.Despite the obstacles he faces, Tom remains optimistic and always manages to come out on top. Lucky Bargee is a fast-paced adventure story that offers a glimpse into the world of canal life in the late 19th century. It is a tale of love, loyalty, and perseverance, and is sure to captivate readers of all ages.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: 1164928473
• ISBN13: 9781164928478
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"