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Known for his captivating boys' adventure novels, W. H. G. Kingston began his literary career with "The Circassian Chief" in 1844 and found notable success with "Peter the Whaler" in 1851, leading him to focus solely on writing. Over three decades, he authored over 130 tales while also contributing to various publications. Kingston's interests extended beyond literature to emigration and philanthropy, earning him a Portuguese knighthood and a government pension for his contributions to literature and international relations.