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George At The Wheel: Or Life In The Pilot-House

George At The Wheel: Or Life In The Pilot-House

Castleman, Harry

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ISBN10: 1163792268
ISBN13: 9781163792261
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 378
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.78 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
George At The Wheel: Or Life In The Pilot-House is a novel written by Harry Castleman. The book follows the story of George, a young man who dreams of becoming a steamboat pilot. George is fascinated by the Mississippi River and the steamboats that navigate its waters. He spends his free time studying the river and learning everything he can about piloting a steamboat.When George finally gets the opportunity to work on a steamboat, he is overjoyed. He quickly learns that life in the pilot-house is not as easy as he thought it would be. The captain is tough and demanding, and the other crew members are not always friendly. Despite the challenges, George is determined to succeed and become a skilled pilot.As George gains experience, he faces a series of obstacles and adventures. He must navigate dangerous waters, deal with difficult passengers, and confront his own fears and doubts. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including a wealthy businessman, a mysterious woman, and a group of river pirates.George At The Wheel: Or Life In The Pilot-House is a thrilling tale of adventure, courage, and perseverance. It provides an exciting glimpse into life on the Mississippi River in the 19th century and the challenges faced by those who piloted the steamboats that were the lifeline of the region.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.

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