The Young Trawler (Classic Reprint): A Story of Life and Death and Rescue on the North Sea - Couverture souple

R. M. Ballantyne

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1331019087 ISBN 13 : 9781331019084

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A vivid tale of a seaside boy and the rough-and-tumble world of North Sea fishermen, where courage, faith, and friendship guide every tide.

In this classic maritime novel, a young lad named Billy Bright leaves land for his first voyage aboard the Evening Star, a fishing smack off Yarmouth. As he steps into the busy, wind-swept life of the North Sea, he discovers teamwork, danger, and a stubborn pride that grows with each choppy wave. The story unfolds through the busy lanes of a fishing town, the warmth of family, and the steady, if eccentric, leadership of Captain Bream, a man who blends seamanship with a deep love of books and a temperance life.

Readers follow the crew as they face stormy seas, close calls, and the day-to-day rhythms of life at sea. The book blends adventure with humor and a strong sense of community among fishermen and their families, offering a window into a world where youth learns responsibility, character, and the value of steadfast friendship.

• Experience life aboard a working fishing smack and the daily challenges of sea work.


• Meet memorable characters, from bold sailors to a book-loving captain with a unique outlook.


• See how family, faith, and camaraderie shape decisions on and off the water.


• Follow a boy’s coming‑of‑age journey amid storms, jokes, and quiet moments of courage.

Ideal for readers who enjoy nautical fiction, coming‑of‑age stories, and richly drawn coastal life.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1331019087
• ISBN 13: 9781331019084
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 434
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