| Author |
Russell, William Clark, 1844-1911 |
| Title |
Heart of Oak: A Three-Stranded Yarn, vol. 2.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Heart of Oak: A Three-Stranded Yarn, vol. 2" by William Clark Russell is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story immerses readers in a maritime adventure, following the perilous plight of Captain Burke, his wife, and a young woman named Marie Otway as they navigate life-threatening challenges aboard a dismasted ship trapped in icy waters. The narrative introduces themes of desperation, survival, and human resilience in the face of nature's unforgiving elements. At the start of the book, the crew of the ship faces a critical moment as they sight a distant vessel, leading to a chaotic attempt to signal for help. However, a mutinous group among the crew becomes unrestful, prompting calls for rebellion against Captain Burke’s leadership. A violent confrontation ensues, resulting in the bulk of the crew abandoning the ship, leaving the captain and the two women trapped with fears of impending doom. As events unfold, Marie finds herself terrified and isolated, reflecting on her precarious situation while grappling with the haunting memories of her companions' struggles. The scene is filled with tension and despair, vividly showcasing the precariousness of life at sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Sea stories
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| Subject |
English fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
62378 |
| Release Date |
Jun 12, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 16, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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