Mackerel Will (1860)

By Religious Tract Society

Book Overview

Mackerel Will is a book published in 1860 by the Religious Tract Society. It is a story about a young boy named Will who lives in a small fishing village in England. Will's father is a fisherman, and Will dreams of following in his footsteps and becoming a fisherman himself. However, Will's father dies in a fishing accident, and he is forced to leave school and start working to support his family.Despite the hardships he faces, Will remains determined to pursue his dream of becoming a fisherman. He works hard and saves up enough money to buy his own fishing boat, which he names the Mackerel. With the help of his friends and family, Will sets out to catch fish and make a living for himself and his family.The book is a heartwarming tale of perseverance and determination in the face of adversity. It also provides a glimpse into the life of a fishing village in 19th century England and the challenges faced by those who made their living from the sea. Overall, Mackerel Will is a timeless story that will inspire 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: 1120321638
• ISBN13: 9781120321633
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"