Dick Pentreath

""Dick Pentreath"" is a novel written by Katharine Tynan. The story revolves around the life of Dick Pentreath, a young man who is a sailor by profession. The novel is set in the 19th century and portrays the life of sailors during that time.The novel begins with Dick Pentreath's childhood and his love for the sea. He is fascinated by ships and the adventures that come with them. As he grows up, he becomes a sailor and travels to different parts of the world. The novel describes his experiences at sea, the challenges he faces, and the relationships he develops with his fellow sailors.Dick Pentreath falls in love with a young woman named Mary, who is the daughter of a wealthy businessman. However, Mary's father disapproves of their relationship and tries to keep them apart. The novel explores the themes of love, class differences, and the struggle for independence.The story takes a dramatic turn when Dick Pentreath is falsely accused of theft and is sentenced to jail. The novel describes his time in prison and the impact it has on his life. Eventually, he is released from prison and returns to his life as a sailor.""Dick Pentreath"" is a well-written novel that captures the essence of life at sea in the 19th century. The characters are well-developed, and the plot is engaging. The novel is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction and adventure stories.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.