The Convict Ship, Volume 1 (of 3) by William Clark Russell
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About this eBook
| Author | Russell, William Clark, 1844-1911 |
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| Title | The Convict Ship, Volume 1 (of 3) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | David E. Brown and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "The Convict Ship, Volume 1 (of 3)" by William Clark Russell is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is narrated by a woman named Marian, who recounts her tumultuous life shaped by loss, love, and the sea. It unfolds against the backdrop of the convict transportation era, exploring themes of duty, personal sacrifice, and the complexities of relationships during a time of societal upheaval. The opening of the novel introduces Marian as she reflects on her early childhood experiences and the profound impact of her father's sudden death. As the narrative progresses, we learn about her challenging relationship with her mother and her stepfather, Mr. Stanford, revealing the emotional turmoil Marian faces due to jealousy and resentment. Her bond with Captain Butler, a sailor, develops against this backdrop, highlighting her desire for freedom and adventure. At the start of the story, Marian's narrative serves to set the stage for her journey of self-discovery, leading her toward the call of the sea and the love that complicates her life further. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Convict ships -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63964 |
| Release Date | Dec 5, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 16, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 35 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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