Under Dewey At Manila

Under Dewey At Manila: Or The War Fortunes Of A Castaway (1898) is a historical fiction novel written by Edward Stratemeyer. The story is set during the Spanish-American War and follows the adventures of a young American named Jack Merrill. Jack is a sailor on board a ship that is attacked by the Spanish fleet and sinks. He is the only survivor and finds himself stranded on a deserted island near Manila. As the war rages on, Jack is eventually rescued by the American navy and taken aboard Admiral Dewey's flagship. He becomes a member of the crew and participates in the famous Battle of Manila Bay. Through his experiences, Jack learns about the horrors of war and the importance of patriotism and bravery. The novel is filled with action and adventure, as well as historical details about the Spanish-American War. It also touches on themes of loyalty, courage, and perseverance. Overall, Under Dewey At Manila: Or The War Fortunes Of A Castaway is an exciting and educational read for fans of 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.