Alone on a Wide Wide Sea, Vol. 1 (of 3)

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Russell, William Clark, 1844-1911

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Alone on a Wide Wide Sea, Vol. 1" by W. Clark Russell is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds around Agnes Campbell, a young woman navigating the complexities of family life, duty, and unforeseen challenges, as she reminisces about her life leading up to a traumatic incident. The narrative hints at elements of adventure and personal struggle tied to the sea, setting the stage for Agnes's journey both emotionally and physically. The opening of the novel introduces readers to a serene English landscape and provides a snapshot of the Campbell family during a peaceful Sunday afternoon. As Agnes describes her life with her husband John, twin sister Mary, and their two children, the tranquil setting is juxtaposed with a foreshadowing of the tumultuous events to follow. Their discussion about a vacation to a seaside town called Piertown indicates a longing for escape. However, Agnes's affection for the sea is tinged with an ominous sense that it will soon become the backdrop for turmoil, ultimately leading to a boating trip that will alter the course of her life dramatically. This initial glimpse into the characters' domestic happiness sets up a contrast with the impending conflict and tragedy, inviting readers to explore the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Charlie Howard and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2020-10-06