Publisher's Synopsis
The Young Pearl Divers: A Story of Australian Adventure by Land and Sea is a novel written by H. Phelps Whitmarsh and originally published in 1896. The book follows the adventures of three young boys, Jack, Tom, and Harry, who live in a small coastal town in Australia. The boys are fascinated by the world of pearl diving and dream of one day becoming pearl divers themselves.When a wealthy businessman arrives in town looking for young boys to hire as pearl divers, Jack, Tom, and Harry jump at the opportunity. They soon find themselves aboard a ship headed for the pearl beds off the coast of Australia. Along the way, they face many challenges, including dangerous storms, treacherous seas, and fierce competitors.As they dive for pearls, the boys discover that there is more to the pearl diving industry than they had ever imagined. They witness the exploitation of the native people who work in the industry and the corruption of the businessmen who profit from it. The boys must navigate these complex issues while also trying to succeed in their own quest to find the perfect pearl.The Young Pearl Divers is a thrilling adventure story that also explores important themes such as colonialism, exploitation, and the value of hard work and perseverance. It is a classic tale of coming-of-age in a dangerous and exciting world.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.
