Poor Jack
Captain Marryat (1792 ù 1848) was a contemporary of Charles Dickens noted for his sea stories. Marryat began writing after a distinguished career in the British Navy. His time and personal experience in the Navy enhance his stories. Poor Jack is set on the River Thames in London. MarryatŽs descriptions of the working of lighters, wherries, and other light boats, are especially interesting. In this story a boy uses his wit and a lot of luck to rise from his lowly station in life. Poor Jack contains lively characters, local color and just enough adventure to keep the readerŽs interest.
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