The Lively Poll: A Tale of the North Sea

"The Lively Poll: A Tale of the North Sea" by R. M. Ballantyne

Robert Michael Ballantyne was a Scottish author of juvenile fiction, especially those in the adventure genre. This book takes readers on a journey on the waters and land of the North Sea. Frigid temperatures and unforgiving conditions welcome people who aren't used to the north and the crew of men in this tale must struggle and find the fortitude to survive with their wits.