The Middy And The Moors - Paperback

by Robert Michael Ballantyne (Author)

The Middy and the Moors is a novel written by R.M. Ballantyne. The story revolves around a young boy named Peter Trawl who is a midshipman in the British Navy. Peter is sent to the moors of Northumberland on a mission to investigate the smuggling activities that are taking place in the area. As he sets out on his mission, Peter encounters a group of smugglers who are determined to stop him from discovering their secret operations. With the help of a local girl named Peggy, Peter manages to outsmart the smugglers and bring them to justice. Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of the moors and the surrounding countryside, painting a picture of the rugged beauty of the Northumberland landscape. The story is filled with adventure, suspense, and intrigue, making it an engaging read for readers of all ages. Overall, The Middy and the Moors is a thrilling tale of a young boy's journey to uncover the truth and bring justice to those who seek to break the law. It is a classic adventure story that will capture the imagination of readers and transport them to a world of excitement and danger.But what could human muscle and human will, however powerful, do against a rampant nor'wester? Very soon our hero was forced to rest upon his oars from sheer exhaustion, while his boat drifted slowly out to sea. Then the thought of his mother and Minnie flashed upon him, and, with a sudden gush, as it were, of renewed strength he resumed his efforts, and strained his powers to the uttermost--but all in vain.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.