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On the Mayflower follows two children – an apprentice of fourteen years old and a seven‑year‑old passenger – as they confront the hardships and wonders aboard the historic ship. The story presents the Mayflower’s maiden voyage with a focus on the everyday life and challenges faced by young passengers, all set against the backdrop of early English–American colonial history.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Kate Waters
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