Author: Fenn, George Manville
Synopsis:
In 'The Powder Monkey' by George Manville Fenn, a young boy named Tom is thrust into a dangerous world aboard a British warship during the Napoleonic Wars. As a powder monkey, his job is to carry gunpowder to the cannons, but he soon finds himself caught up in a treacherous plot that could change the course of the war. With his quick thinking and bravery, Tom must navigate the perils of the high seas and outsmart his enemies to save his ship and his comrades.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Young Adult
Themes: Courage, Loyalty, Coming of Age
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