South Sea Shipmates (eBook)

Enriched edition. Voyages of Discovery and Danger: Maritime Tales of Camaraderie and Adventure

John Arthur Barry (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
214 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633806668-8 (EAN)

Infos

In "South Sea Shipmates," John Arthur Barry offers a vivid and immersive account of life aboard a trading vessel navigating the exotic landscapes of the South Seas during the early 20th century. Written with an engaging and lyrical prose style, Barry employs rich descriptive language and authentic dialogue to capture the camaraderie and challenges faced by sailors in this inherently dangerous yet romantically alluring maritime world. The work balances thrilling adventure with poignant reflections on the relationships forged in the isolation of life at sea, making it a significant entry in maritime literature and a testament to the spirit of exploration that characterized the era. John Arthur Barry, born in 1870, was a seasoned sailor and maritime writer whose firsthand experiences greatly influenced his storytelling. His deep understanding of nautical life, coupled with a passion for the natural beauty of the South Seas, allowed him to create a narrative that resonates with authenticity. Barry's background in seafaring culture and his reflections on human connection amidst nature's grandeur imbue the text with a genuine sense of place and purpose. I highly recommend "South Sea Shipmates" to anyone interested in historical maritime tales, adventure narratives, or the intricate dynamics of human relationships. This book not only offers exciting escapades but also enriches the reader's understanding of the individual and collective psyches of sailors during a transformative period in naval history.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 9.11.2021
• Einführung: Owen Bradshaw
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Owen Bradshaw
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century adventure • adventure fiction • authentic shipping experiences • Classic • exploration narratives • fictional travel accounts • Historical • historical nautical fiction • immersive sailing narrative • island life • John Arthur Barry • maritime exploration tale • maritime literature • oceanic camaraderie story • oceanic tales • sailors and ships • seafaring character relationships • sea stories • sea voyages • shipwrecks • South Pacific sailors • thrilling maritime challenges • vivid seascape descriptions