The Convict Ship, Volume 3 (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:

"The Convict Ship, Volume 3 (of 3)" by William Clark Russell is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around a group of convicts aboard a ship, exploring themes of rebellion, survival, and the complex dynamics between the convicts and their captors. The main character, Tom Butler, emerges as a leader among the convicts, navigating the tensions and chaos of their situation. At the start of this volume, the atmosphere on the ship grows increasingly tense as a mutiny unfolds among the convicts. The convicts begin to assert themselves, leading to chaotic scenes of disorder and revelry as they celebrate their newfound freedom with alcohol. Amidst this chaos, Tom devises a plan to escape with Marian and Will, highlighting his leadership and determination in the face of danger. The opening illustrates a vivid portrayal of desperation and human complexity as the convicts grapple with their freedom while teetering on the brink of savagery. The combination of impending escape and volatile interactions sets the stage for high-stakes drama aboard the ship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

David E. Brown and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team

Notes:

Reading ease score: 80.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2021-01-17