The Little Captain - Lynde Palmer - Bog

The Little Captain: A Temperance Tale is a book written by Lynde Palmer in 1867. The story follows the life of a young boy named Harry, who is determined to become a captain of a ship. However, Harry's dreams are threatened by his father's alcoholism. Harry's father, a sailor himself, spends all his money on alcohol, leaving his family in poverty. Harry's mother is forced to work long hours to make ends meet, while Harry is left to take care of his younger siblings.Despite the challenges he faces, Harry remains determined to achieve his dream of becoming a captain. He works hard and saves every penny he can to pay for his education, while also trying to convince his father to quit drinking. However, his father's addiction only worsens, leading to a tragic event that changes Harry's life forever.The Little Captain: A Temperance Tale is a powerful story about the dangers of alcoholism and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. It is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with 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.