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THE WRECK OF THE CORSAIRE (1897) IBD

KESSINGER PUBLISHING, LLC
01 / 2010
9781120938596
Inglés

Sinopsis

The Wreck of the Corsaire is a thrilling novel written by William Clark Russell and first published in 1897. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the adventures of the crew of the Corsaire, a ship that is sailing from Liverpool to New York. The ship is captained by Captain Coffin, a rough and tough seaman who is feared by his crew.As the Corsaire sails across the Atlantic, it encounters a fierce storm that threatens to sink the ship. The crew fights bravely to keep the ship afloat, but eventually, they are forced to abandon ship and take to the lifeboats. The survivors make their way to a deserted island where they must fend for themselves and try to find a way to be rescued.The novel is full of suspense and action as the crew battles against the elements and the dangers of the island. Along the way, they encounter pirates, cannibals, and other dangers that threaten their survival. The story is also a tale of leadership and heroism as Captain Coffin and his crew work together to overcome the challenges they face.Overall, The Wreck of the Corsaire is a classic adventure novel that will appeal to fans of nautical fiction and tales of survival. It is a gripping story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world?s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.