Mayne Reid

The Ocean Waifs (eBook, ePUB)

A Story of Adventure on Land and Sea

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"The Ocean Waifs" is a seaside adventure novel by the famed author, Mayne Reid. The story of the Pandora has been told in all its terrible details. A slave-ship, fitted out in England, and sailing from an English port,-alas! Not the only one by scores,-manned by a crew of ruffians, scarce two of them owning to the same nationality. Such was the bark Pandora. On a voyage from the coast of Guineau, with a full cargo of slaves, she had caught fire. The crew hastily fashioned a raft and rowed away to safety. But when their food supply ran out, they considered the unthinkable, to eat the young lad in their crew. But a daring plan, to rescue the lad, by the sailor Ben Brace leads to the two of them being separated from the rest of the crew and fleeing for dear life on the open sea. And then their real adventure begins...

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 706
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664611437
• Artikelnr.: 58499517

Autorenporträt

Mayne Reid, born Thomas Mayne Reid on April 4, 1818, in Ballyroney, County Down, Ireland, was a notable figure in 19th-century literature, particularly known for his adventure novels that captivated the minds of young readers of his time. His literary journey began after a diverse set of experiences, including a stint in the United States where he served in the Mexican-American War, which provided rich material for his later writings. Reid's vibrant and descriptive narrative style often drew from his firsthand experiences of the American frontier and military life, imbuing his stories with authenticity and excitement. 'The Ocean Waifs,' one of his works, captures this essence, showcasing his skill in creating gripping tales of survival and adventure at sea, reflective of the wider body of his literary contributions. Reid's books have been widely appreciated for their ability to blend natural history, social justice issues, and action, which often featured heroes in exotic landscapes struggling against the odds. While his popularity has waned since the 19th century, Mayne Reid's work remains a testament to his ability to spin yarns that resonated with the imperial and adventurous spirit of his age. His influence persisted beyond his death on October 22, 1883, and continues to be of academic interest to scholars examining the cultural and literary landscapes of Victorian-era adventure literature.