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CHAPTER I.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
CHAPTER VIII.
CHAPTER IX.
The story follows a mischievous young noble who, fed up with stern tutors, storms out of his family hall and sets off on a series of daring escapades. Backed by his loyal dog Bulger, whose quick thinking saves him more than once, he carries the proud legacy of an ancient German line that includes the legendary Armless Knight. Together they depart from home despite their father's objections, driven by curiosity and a hunger for the unknown.
Their first voyage takes them across storm‑tossed seas to the mysterious Port No Man’s, where they confront a terrifying calm that threatens to trap their ship. With Bulger’s timely intervention, they outwit the strange “Wind Eaters” and survive an encounter with the peculiar folk of the island. The early chapters blend humor, inventive geography, and a touch of Victorian adventure, inviting listeners to follow a brave boy and his faithful companion as they discover strange lands and learn the value of wit over convention.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (516K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2018-12-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1841–1918
Best remembered for the imaginative Baron Trump adventures, this 19th-century American writer also moved through the worlds of law and diplomacy. His work blends playful fantasy with a sharp interest in politics, power, and public life.
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