Frederick Marryat

Masterman Ready; Or, The Wreck of the "Pacific" (eBook, ePUB)

Survival and Resilience on the High Seas: A Classic Adventure Tale of Shipwreck and Camaraderie

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Masterman Ready; Or, The Wreck of the 'Pacific,'" Frederick Marryat presents a compelling narrative that intertwines adventure with moral reflection. Set against the backdrop of a maritime disaster, the novel's realist style vividly portrays the harrowing experiences of shipwreck survivors. Marryat's adept use of dialogue and descriptive prose serves to evoke the trials of isolation and human resilience. This work not only entertains but also critiques society's values, engaging with themes of cooperation, survival, and leadership that echo the Romantic literary tradition while embracing the burgeoning spirit of Victorian exploration. Frederick Marryat, a seasoned naval officer and an early practitioner of maritime fiction, was influenced by his own extensive experiences at sea. His familiarity with nautical life and shipwreck narratives lends authenticity and depth to "Masterman Ready." Marryat's background inspired him to explore the capabilities of individuals when faced with adversity, as he sought to instill lessons about self-reliance and community ethics amid chaos. For readers drawn to adventure and tales of survival, "Masterman Ready" is a must-read. It combines thrilling escapades with philosophical inquiry, offering insights on human nature and communal strength. This novel is an exceptional choice for those looking to delve into classic literature that resonates with contemporary themes of resilience and morality.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 279
• Altersempfehlung: ab 4 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664599049
• Artikelnr.: 58563209

Autorenporträt

Captain Frederick Marryat, a Royal Navy officer, author, and friend of Charles Dickens, lived from 10 July 1792 until 9 August 1848. Because of his semi-autobiographical work Mr. Midshipman Easy, he is regarded as an early pioneer of nautical fiction (1836). His children's book The Children of the New Forest (1847) and the Marryat's Code, a commonly used method of nautical flag signaling, are well remembered. The son of Joseph Marryat, a "commercial prince," a member of Parliament, a slave owner, and an opponent of abolition, and his American wife Charlotte, née von Geyer, Marryat was born in Great George Street, Westminster, London. Captain Frederick Marryat, a Royal Navy officer, author, and friend of Charles Dickens, lived from 10 July 1792 until 9 August 1848. Because of his semi-autobiographical work Mr. Midshipman Easy, he is regarded as an early pioneer of nautical fiction (1836). His children's book The Children of the New Forest (1847) and the Marryat's Code, a commonly used method of nautical flag signaling, are well remembered. The son of Joseph Marryat, a "commercial prince," a member of Parliament, a slave owner, and an opponent of abolition, and his American wife Charlotte, Marryat was born in Great George Street, Westminster, London.