The Log of the Flying Fish

The Log of the Flying Fish

A Story of Aerial and Submarine Peril and AdventureBy Harry Collingwood
Michael Caine
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Length11h 49m

About this audiobook

In his riveting nautical adventure novel, "The Log of the Flying Fish," Harry Collingwood immerses readers in the thrilling exploits of Captain J. R. M. Braithwaite as he navigates the treacherous waters of the South Pacific. Written in the late 19th century, this work exemplifies the era's fascination with maritime adventure, blending vivid descriptive language with an engaging narrative style that captivates and educates. Collingwood masterfully fuses authentic nautical terminology with rich character development, creating a tapestry that reflects both the romanticism of the sea and the realities of exploration during the age of imperialism. Harry Collingwood, a passionate sailor himself, drew upon his extensive maritime experience to craft this tale. Born in 1851, his life was deeply intertwined with the ocean, which infused his writing with authenticity and vigor. Collingwood's literary career, marked by a unique blend of adventure and realism, was influenced by his personal voyages, granting him insight into the struggles and triumphs faced by seafarers, evident throughout this narrative. "The Log of the Flying Fish" is highly recommended for those who revel in tales of adventure, exploration, and the human spirit's resilience. Readers will find themselves engrossed in a narrative that not only entertains but also invites reflection on the complexities of navigation, both literal and metaphorical.

Audiobook details

GenreGeneral Fiction, Literary Classics
Length11 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
15Chapter Fourteen.: Southward Ho!
2Chapter One.: Professor Von Schalckenberg makes a startling Suggestion.
16Chapter Fifteen.: A Troop of Unicorns.
3Chapter Two.: The Realisation of a Scientist’s Dream.
17Chapter Sixteen.: A Battle on Lake Tanganyika.
4Chapter Three.: The “Flying Fish.”
18Chapter Seventeen.: A Native Chieftain’s Visit to Cloudland.
5Chapter Four.: The Novel Beginning of a Singular Voyage.
19Chapter Eighteen.: King M’Bongwele is temporarily reduced to Submission.
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6Chapter Five.: A Submarine Excursion.
20Chapter Nineteen.: King M’Bongwele turns the Tables upon his Visitors.
7Chapter Six.: In Search of a Submerged Wreck.
21Chapter Twenty.: The History of certain Distressed Damsels.
8Chapter Seven.: En Route for the North Pole.
22Chapter Twenty One.: Retribution overtakes King M’Bongwele.
9Chapter Eight.: A Superb Spectacle.
23Chapter Twenty Two.: An Adventure on the Top of Mount Everest.
10Chapter Nine.: An Exciting Adventure and a Rescue.
24Chapter Twenty Three.: How the Adventure terminated.
11Chapter Ten.: The “Humboldt” Glacier.
25Chapter Twenty Four.
12Chapter Eleven.: An Interesting Relic.
26The Foundering of the “Mercury.”
13Chapter Twelve.: Another Startling Discovery.
27The End.
14Chapter Thirteen.: At the North Pole.

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