William Clark Russell

Broschiertes Buch

The Last Entry (1897)

Beschreibung

The Last Entry is a novel written by William Clark Russell and published in 1897. The book tells the story of a young sailor named Dick Harboard who is hired to work on a ship called the ""Star of the North."" The ship is captained by a man named Captain Haldane, who is known to be a harsh and unforgiving leader.As the crew sets sail on their journey, they encounter a number of challenges and obstacles, including rough weather and treacherous waters. Despite these difficulties, Harboard proves himself to be a capable and resourceful sailor, earning the respect of his fellow crew members.However, as the voyage continues, tensions begin to rise among the crew. Captain Haldane becomes increasingly tyrannical, and his actions begin to put the safety of the ship and its crew in jeopardy. Harboard and his fellow sailors must navigate these dangerous waters while also trying to survive the captain's wrath.The Last Entry is a thrilling adventure story that explores the themes of leadership, loyalty, and survival in the face of adversity. With vivid descriptions of life at sea and a cast of memorable characters, this book is a classic of maritime literature that continues to captivate readers to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

William Clark Russell was born in New York City to a family with literary and theatrical connections; his father, Henry Russell, was a well-known composer, and his mother, Isabella Lloyd, was an actress. Despite being born in the United States, His experiences at sea greatly influenced his later writing. He spent about eight years at sea, during which he encountered the harsh realities of maritime life, including long voyages, dangerous weather, and the rigors of shipboard existence. These firsthand experiences provided him with a wealth of material for his novels. After leaving the sea due to health issues, Russell turned to writing. His debut as a novelist was marked by ""The Wreck of the Grosvenor"" (1877), which became immensely popular and established him as a leading writer of sea stories. Russell's writing is characterized by its vivid and realistic portrayal of nautical life.His works influenced later writers and continue to be appreciated for their storytelling and historical value. Russell suffered from health problems throughout his life, partly due to the hardships he endured during his time at sea. He spent his later years in England, where he continued to write until his death in Bath in 1911. In summary, William Clark Russell remains a seminal figure in maritime literature, known for his gripping sea stories that draw from his rich personal experiences as a sailor. His legacy endures through his vivid, adventurous, and often harrowing tales of life at sea.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 268
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. April 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 393g
• ISBN-13: 9781104255343
• ISBN-10: 1104255340
• Artikelnr.: 26228156