Ned Fortescue (Classic Reprint): Or Roughing It Through Life; A Story Founded on Fact: Or Roughing It Through Life; A Story Founded on Fact (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Roughing It Through Life: A Tale of Youth, Adventure, and Change
This historical novel follows a young man in nineteenth‑century England as he faces family upheaval, journeys to Canada by ship, and the pull of a roving, adventurous life. From bustling London streets to distant ports, the story blends personal growth with the grit and bustle of the era’s maritime world.

Set against a backdrop of work, travel, and regimental life, it traces a boy’s shift toward manhood through travel, loyalty, and tough choices. Readers will encounter vivid scenes of sailors’ craft, early ambitions, and the pull of new horizons that defined a generation.

- A boy sheltered by a thoughtful grandfather and drawn to the sea and distant lands
- The pull between commerce, travel, and a possible future on board a ship
- The drama of family ties, friendship, and the costs of pursuing one’s dreams
- A window into naval and military life, travel across oceans, and life in far‑flung postings

Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with character‑driven journeys, maritime atmosphere, and stories of ambition tested by real‑world challenges.

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