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In New Granada (Esprios Classics)
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 246

In New Granada (Esprios Classics)

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2021-08-24
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  • Publisher: Blurb

William Henry Giles Kingston (28 February 1814 - 5 August 1880), often credited as W. H. G. Kingston, was an English writer of boys' adventure novels. His first book The Circassian Chief appeared in 1844. His first book for boys Peter the Whaler was published in 1851 and had such success that he retired from business and devoted himself entirely to the production of this kind of literature and, during 30 years, he wrote upwards of 130 tales. He also conducted various papers, including The Colonist and Colonial Magazine and East India Review. He was also interested in emigration, volunteering, and various philanthropic schemes. He received a Portuguese knighthood for services in negotiating a commercial treaty with Portugal, and a Government pension for his literary labours.

The Gilpins and Their Fortunes
  • Language: en

The Gilpins and Their Fortunes

""The Gilpins and Their Fortunes"" is a captivating tale written by William Henry Giles Kingston, a prolific 19th-century English author. Readers are compelled to keep reading because the title character is so self-indulgent. Some stories are violent and strange, while others creep up on you and slowly imbibe you in. Readers are drawn into the interesting world of the Gilpin family as they battle life's difficulties and pursue their riches. The plot is set in Victorian England and revolves around the Gilpin twins, Ralph and Rachel, who are orphaned and thrust into an unknown world. The plot follows characters as they seek for prosperity and contentment while dealing with the trials and tribulations of their time period. William Henry Giles Kingston skillfully weaves a story of persistence, camaraderie, and personal growth as the Gilpins experience a variety of adventures, catastrophes, and ethical quandaries. The story's finely depicted scenery and diverse people entice readers.

The Lusitanian [ed. by W.H.G. Kingston].
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 514

The Lusitanian [ed. by W.H.G. Kingston].

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  • Published: Unknown
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  • Publisher: Unknown

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Taking tales for cottage homes, ed. by W.H.G. Kingston
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 884

Taking tales for cottage homes, ed. by W.H.G. Kingston

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 1867
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  • Publisher: Unknown

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The fire-ships. Illustr. ed
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 510

The fire-ships. Illustr. ed

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 1867
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  • Publisher: Unknown

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The prime minister
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 998

The prime minister

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 1845
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  • Publisher: Unknown

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The early life of old Jack
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 336

The early life of old Jack

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 1859
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  • Publisher: Unknown

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The Circassian chief
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 370

The Circassian chief

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 1854
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  • Publisher: Unknown

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Old Jack [comprising The early life of old Jack and Old Jack, a man-of-war's man].
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 626
True blue
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 502

True blue

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 1862
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  • Publisher: Unknown

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