A Marriage At Sea - Russell, William Clark
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"A Marriage at Sea" by William Clark Russell navigates the genre of maritime fiction with a captivating blend of romance, adventure, and dramatic events. Set aboard a sea voyage, the novel immerses readers in the nautical world of shipboard life, where the love story between a naval officer and his beloved unfolds amidst the ocean journey. As the narrative unfolds, the characters face thrilling challenges, including a shipwreck that tests their survival skills and resolves into character development. Amidst the conflict of the perilous sea, the novel explores themes of love, resilience, and…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
"A Marriage at Sea" by William Clark Russell navigates the genre of maritime fiction with a captivating blend of romance, adventure, and dramatic events. Set aboard a sea voyage, the novel immerses readers in the nautical world of shipboard life, where the love story between a naval officer and his beloved unfolds amidst the ocean journey. As the narrative unfolds, the characters face thrilling challenges, including a shipwreck that tests their survival skills and resolves into character development. Amidst the conflict of the perilous sea, the novel explores themes of love, resilience, and the human spirit's capacity for survival. Russell skillfully crafts a tale of resolution as the characters confront their inner demons and external obstacles, emerging stronger and more determined than before. Through the lens of maritime fiction, "A Marriage at Sea" offers readers a compelling narrative that transports them to the vast expanse of the ocean and the depths of the human heart.
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Autorenporträt
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.