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  • John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 7 - Jack’s Journey to Stourbridge, and Adventures on the Road

    John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 7 - Jack’s Journey to Stourbridge, and Adventures on the Road
    2026/09/02
    In which Jack Deane prepares to leave home with farewells steeped in affectionate counsel and embarks on a journey as a drover, encountering the rhythms and challenges of the road, the vicissitudes of trade, and the varied company of fellow travellers. Along the way, he crosses paths with the enigmatic Master Pearson, whose intriguing words and mysterious demeanour prompt Jack to ponder the course his future may take.
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    21 分
  • John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 6 - Pearson’s Visit to Squire Harwood - Plan to Entrap Jack

    John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 6 - Pearson’s Visit to Squire Harwood - Plan to Entrap Jack
    2026/08/31
    In which a determined visitor, Master Pearson, arrives at Harwood Grange to report on the scarce enthusiasm for King James's cause among the local youth, whilst the Squire contemplates cautious recruitment and the potential of a spirited young man from Nottingham. The evening unfolds with measured hospitality and careful preparations for secrecy, leaving the Squire to muse on the precariousness of their secret enterprise and the hardy life Pearson must lead.
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  • John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 5 - Jack’s Visit to Harwood Grange

    John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 5 - Jack’s Visit to Harwood Grange
    2026/08/29
    In which Jack, newly recovered but thoughtful, visits the hospitable Harwood Grange, where he encounters lively debates on loyalty and kingship with the fair Alethea, stirring reflections on duty and allegiance. He then receives wise counsel from family friends about his forthcoming venture into trade, imbued with both practical advice and moral guidance for the road ahead.
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    16 分
  • John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 4 - Fire Near Mr Strelley’s Warehouse - Jack Deane Shows Courage

    John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 4 - Fire Near Mr Strelley’s Warehouse - Jack Deane Shows Courage
    2026/08/27
    In which Jack returns stealthily to his home to find his father asleep and soon becomes the courageous leader in quelling a dangerous fire threatening the nearby warehouse and cottages, gaining the gratitude of the community. His brave deeds lead to an opportunity offered by Mr Strelley to apprentice as a cattle-drover, much to Jack’s relief and hopeful excitement for the future.
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    13 分
  • John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 3 - A Poaching Expedition to Colwick Park - Jack Forms an Acquaintance

    John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 3 - A Poaching Expedition to Colwick Park - Jack Forms an Acquaintance
    2026/08/25
    In which the thoughtful young Jack, torn between boyish promises and a yearning for honourable manhood, embarks on a secretive night’s escapade beside the silvery Trent, encountering a mysterious Yorkshireman who shares with him the thrills of salmon fishing by lantern light. Their meeting whispers of deeper matters yet to be revealed, as Master Pearson hints at a cause worthy of bravery and invites Jack to consider a future beyond mere youthful adventure.
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    21 分
  • John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 2 - Dinner at Mr Deane’s in Nottingham

    John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 2 - Dinner at Mr Deane’s in Nottingham
    2026/08/23
    In which a large family gathering at Mr Deane's Nottingham mansion reveals the differing ambitions of his sons amidst a convivial dinner and lively conversation, highlighting the social customs and local concerns of the day. The evening concludes with reflections on youthful choices and character, set against the charming backdrop of the castle terrace and genteel Nottingham society.
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    23 分
  • John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 1 - Mr Harwood and Alethea in Sherwood Forest

    John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Chapter 1 - Mr Harwood and Alethea in Sherwood Forest
    2026/08/21
    In which the quiet glades and time-worn avenues of Sherwood Forest serve as the tranquil backdrop to a summer’s day in 1696, where the genteel Harwoods journey towards Nottingham and the volatile bustle of market life surprises them. A chance encounter amid the commotion—a young man named Jack Deane bravely intervening to spare a cow from torment—ushers a new acquaintance into their polite society, setting a scene of genteel manners mingled with spirited town life.
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  • John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Preface

    John Deane of Nottingham: Historic Adventures by Land and Sea Preface
    2026/08/20
    In which we are introduced to the remarkable life of John Deane of Nottingham, a man whose varied career took him from the quiet English market town to the vast and stormy seas, and even into service under the great Peter the Great. The Preface offers a gentle glimpse into his origins, his many adventures, and the peaceful resting place where he and his beloved Elizabeth lie in eternal repose.
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