The Strange Adventures of a House-Boat by William Black
March 2026
Published originally and simultaneously in London and New York in 1888 (this eBook version is taken from the illustrated American edition), and taking place in the era of its publication date, The Strange Adventures of a House-Boat is yet another delightful romance from William Black that immerses the reader in English life as experienced by 19th-century ladies and gentlemen, the author’s specialty. Taking place entirely—except for brief excursions of a sight-seeing nature—on a boat the narrator has purchased for a summer trip along England’s extensive canal systems, the author does his usual excellent job of painting with words the emotions and interactions among the various characters he introduces.
This digital version includes 18 illustrations from the original book, quality drawings by an uncredited artist.
The title is an echo title, Mr. Black apparently trying to capitalize upon the success of The Strange Adventures of a Phaeton (1872), published sixteen years earlier, with this similarly titled work of travel fiction.
This digital version includes 18 illustrations from the original book, quality drawings by an uncredited artist.
The title is an echo title, Mr. Black apparently trying to capitalize upon the success of The Strange Adventures of a Phaeton (1872), published sixteen years earlier, with this similarly titled work of travel fiction.