Excerpt from The Trawler
John Snow said nothing; Mrs. Snow said nothing. Saul looked to me, but I gave no sign that I had heard him. Only John Snow's niece, Mary, looking up from her hands folded in her lap, said: Surely you must find it painful, Saul Haverick, to ship with such a wicked man and take the big shares of money that fall to his crew?
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This compelling narrative transports readers to the tumultuous world of winter trawling on the Grand Banks, where the struggle to survive amidst the unforgiving ocean tests the limits of human endurance and camaraderie. The author's rich tapestry of characters and seafaring folklore paints a vivid portrait of a community bound together by shared peril and a deep respect for the sea. Through the eyes of a young deckhand named Simon Tippen, the story delves into the complex character of Hugh Glynn, a legendary skipper whose reckless quest for adventure and disdain for authority conceal a profound compassion for his crew. As the crew battles raging storms and faces the constant threat of death, their struggles illuminate the fine line between recklessness and courage, and the enduring power of human connection in the face of adversity. This engrossing tale explores the themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the enduring human spirit, leaving readers with a lasting testament to the resilience and determination of those who brave the unforgiving expanse of the sea. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243330720_0
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