Men Against the Sea - Nordhoff, Charles; Hall, James Norman
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Men Against the Sea follows the events after the Mutiny on the Bounty, when Fletcher Christian and mutineers took control of the ship and set Lieutenant Bligh afloat in a small boat with members of the crew loyal to him. The story follows the journey of Lieutenant William Bligh and the eighteen men set adrift in an open boat by the mutineers of the Bounty. The story is told from the perspective of Thomas Ledward, the Bounty's acting surgeon, who went into the ship's launch with Bligh. Bligh exceeds with his inexhaustible determination and unfaltering leadership, saving the lives of his men and…mehr

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Men Against the Sea follows the events after the Mutiny on the Bounty, when Fletcher Christian and mutineers took control of the ship and set Lieutenant Bligh afloat in a small boat with members of the crew loyal to him. The story follows the journey of Lieutenant William Bligh and the eighteen men set adrift in an open boat by the mutineers of the Bounty. The story is told from the perspective of Thomas Ledward, the Bounty's acting surgeon, who went into the ship's launch with Bligh. Bligh exceeds with his inexhaustible determination and unfaltering leadership, saving the lives of his men and leading them through a horrific experience, to survive the South Pacific.
Autorenporträt
Charles Nordhoff (1887–1947) was an American author of maritime novels, whose literary partnership with James Norman Hall resulted in a series of books that captivated readers with their thrilling narratives. Nordhoff's seafaring experiences indelibly shaped his writing, providing authenticity to the stirring accounts of maritime adventure. 'Men Against the Sea' stands as a testimony to his narrative prowess, continuing the story that began with the 'Mutiny on the Bounty', focusing on the incredible voyage of Captain Bligh and his loyal men after the infamous mutiny. Nordhoff's commitment to historical detail and the human element within grand tales of survival and courage made his works a staple of the adventure genre. His prose captures both the ferocity of the elements and the resilience of the human spirit, allowing readers to vicariously navigate through the trials and tribulations faced at sea. His contributions to literature are marked by his ability to translate nautical knowledge and his own experiences into stories that not only entertain but also pay homage to the brave individuals who traverse the daunting oceanic expanses.