A Noble Haul (1896) - Russell, William Clark
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A Noble Haul is a novel written by William Clark Russell and published in 1896. The story revolves around a young man named Dick Stapleton who is a sailor on a British merchant ship. The ship is on a voyage to South America, and during the journey, they come across a Spanish galleon that has been wrecked in a storm. The galleon was carrying a large amount of treasure, and the crew of the British ship decides to salvage it.However, this decision leads to a series of events that puts the crew in danger. The Spanish authorities believe that the British crew has stolen the treasure and they send a…mehr

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A Noble Haul is a novel written by William Clark Russell and published in 1896. The story revolves around a young man named Dick Stapleton who is a sailor on a British merchant ship. The ship is on a voyage to South America, and during the journey, they come across a Spanish galleon that has been wrecked in a storm. The galleon was carrying a large amount of treasure, and the crew of the British ship decides to salvage it.However, this decision leads to a series of events that puts the crew in danger. The Spanish authorities believe that the British crew has stolen the treasure and they send a warship to capture them. The crew of the British ship must navigate their way through treacherous waters and evade the Spanish warship in order to keep the treasure.The novel explores themes of greed, loyalty, and adventure. It also provides a glimpse into the life of sailors during the late 19th century. The author's vivid descriptions of the sea and the ships add to the realism of the story. A Noble Haul is a thrilling adventure novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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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.