R. M. Ballantyne

The Lifeboat (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

The Lifeboat' is an enthralling adventure novel written by R.M. Ballantyne. Set in the mid-19th century, the story revolves around the harrowing experiences of a group of shipwrecked individuals struggling for survival in a lifeboat amidst the vast, unforgiving ocean. The narrative follows the protagonist, Jack, a young sailor who finds himself aboard a lifeboat with a diverse group of characters, including fellow crew members, passengers, and even an escaped convict. As they battle treacherous storms, hunger, thirst, and dwindling hope, their true natures emerge, leading to conflicts, alliances, and sacrifices. The story is a tale of resilience, resourcefulness, and the human spirit. Ballantyne's vivid descriptions and compelling storytelling create a gripping narrative that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juli 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9789359390154
• Artikelnr.: 68889453

Autorenporträt

R. M. Ballantyne was a Scottish writer of juvenile and historical fiction. Born in Edinburgh, he was part of a famous family of printers and publishers. At the age of 16 he went to Canada where he served for six years with the Hudson's Bay Company. He returned to Scotland in 1847, and published his first book the following year, Hudson Bay. For some time he was employed by Messrs Constable, the publishers, but in 1856 he gave up business for literature, and began the series of adventure stories for young readers with which his name is popularly associated. Ballantyne would become an inspiration for R.L. Stevenson, author of the classic Treasure Island.