Dick Leslie's Luck (eBook)

Enriched edition. A Story of Shipwreck and Adventure

Harry Collingwood (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
493 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406617601-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "Dick Leslie's Luck," Harry Collingwood crafts an engaging maritime adventure that captures the spirit of the late Victorian era. The narrative follows the journeys of young Dick Leslie, who, amid perilous encounters at sea, navigates themes of resilience, friendship, and fortune. Collingwood's vivid descriptions of nautical settings, clever dialogue, and fast-paced plotting immerse readers in a time of exploration and the challenges faced by sailors. The novel deftly juxtaposes elements of adventure and moral integrity, reflecting the period's fascination with the romanticized notion of seafaring life. Collingwood, an established author and accomplished naval officer, brings authentic nautical expertise to his storytelling, drawing from his own experiences to enhance the book's realism. His passion for the sea and adventure literature informs the narrative's pacing and character development. "Dick Leslie's Luck" not only serves as a thrilling tale of adventure but also reflects Collingwood's commitment to portraying the honesty and valor of seafaring life, likely influenced by his professional background and personal passions. This novel is a delightful read for enthusiasts of adventure fiction, particularly those interested in maritime tales. Collingwood's storytelling prowess combined with strong character arcs ensures that readers will find themselves immersed in Dick Leslie's thrilling journey, making it a captivating addition to any literary collection.

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.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 25.4.2021
• Einführung: Scott Berry
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Scott Berry
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Themenwelt: Natur / Technik ► Fahrzeuge / Flugzeuge / Schiffe ► Schiffe
• Schlagworte: 19th century adventure • adventure stories • authentic sea life • Classic Literature • English literature • Fiction • high seas adventures • historical fiction • Historical maritime narrative • marine adventure • maritime history fiction • nautical adventure • nautical suspense tale • naval fiction • naval officer protagonist • oceanic journey drama • sailing novel • sailor's perilous quest • sea captain tale • seafaring challenges • sea fiction • shipwreck story • Vintage Literature