
audiobook
THE - WORLD OF WATERS, - OR, - A Peaceful Progress o'er the Unpathed Sea.
BY MRS. DAVID OSBORNE. - With Illustrations.
MY DEAR YOUNG FRIENDS,
CHAPTER I.
Story of Frederic Hamilton
CHAPTER II.
The Wreck of the Royal George.
CHAPTER III.
Narrative of Brock the Swimmer and Yarmouth Boatman.
JOCK OF JEDBURGH
A warm, conversational guide invites young listeners into the world of oceans and seas through the lively chatter of a family gathering. The story opens with George and Emma urging their father to revive a cherished “geography society,” where children share discoveries, ask questions, and contribute their own notes. Their enthusiasm turns the subject into a shared adventure, showing how maps and tides can spark curiosity far beyond textbook pages.
Through gentle humor and heartfelt dialogue, the book blends factual insights about the planet’s waters with the charm of a domestic club. Listeners will hear vivid descriptions of coastlines, currents, and the role of seas in human history, all framed by the children’s earnest desire to learn together. It’s an inviting entry point for anyone eager to explore geography with the same wonder that once filled a cozy fireplace circle.
Language
en
Duration
~9 hours (522K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Wilelmina Mallière and PG Distributed Proofreaders
Release date
2004-02-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

A little-known Victorian writer, she is remembered for educational and travel-themed nonfiction for young readers, including The World of Waters. She was also the daughter of painter Abraham Cooper and wrote under the married name Mrs. David Osborne.
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