Ned On The River (1884)

Ned On The River is a classic adventure novel written by Edward Sylvester Ellis and first published in 1884. The story follows the adventures of a young boy named Ned who lives in a small town on the banks of the Mississippi River. One day, while out fishing with his friends, Ned discovers a mysterious message in a bottle that leads him on a dangerous journey down the river.As he travels downstream, Ned encounters a variety of challenges and obstacles, including treacherous rapids, hostile Native American tribes, and dangerous wildlife. Along the way, he also meets a cast of colorful characters, including a grizzled riverboat captain and a wise old hermit who helps him navigate the dangers of the river.Despite the many dangers he faces, Ned remains determined to complete his journey and uncover the secrets of the message in the bottle. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about courage, perseverance, and the power of friendship.Filled with thrilling action, vivid descriptions of life on the Mississippi River, and memorable characters, Ned On The River is a timeless classic that will captivate 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.