The Coral Island
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R. M.
Ballantyne's 'The Coral Island' is a classic adventure novel that tells the story of three boys shipwrecked on a tropical island.
The boys, representing different aspects of British society, encounter various challenges and adventures as they build a life for themselves.
The novel is characterized by its idyllic portrayal of nature and the boys' resourcefulness.
However, it also touches upon themes of colonialism and the encounter between different cultures.
'The Coral Island' is a significant work in the tradition of adventure literature for young readers.
Ballantyne's 'The Coral Island' is a classic adventure novel that tells the story of three boys shipwrecked on a tropical island.
The boys, representing different aspects of British society, encounter various challenges and adventures as they build a life for themselves.
The novel is characterized by its idyllic portrayal of nature and the boys' resourcefulness.
However, it also touches upon themes of colonialism and the encounter between different cultures.
'The Coral Island' is a significant work in the tradition of adventure literature for young readers.
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