Length5h 1m
About this audiobook
In "The Seafarers," John Bloundelle-Burton crafts a gripping narrative steeped in nautical adventure and historical authenticity. Set in the late 19th century, this novel intricately weaves together the lives of sailors, exploring themes of camaraderie, bravery, and the harsh realities of maritime life. Bloundelle-Burton's vivid prose and meticulous attention to detail illuminate the treacherous beauty of the sea while delving into the psychological depths of its characters, reflecting the literary trends of the time that privilege realism and character-driven storytelling. John Bloundelle-Burton, a master storyteller and adventurer, was influenced by his own seafaring experiences and extensive travels. Born in 1852, he was an English author whose passion for exploration bred a deep appreciation for the complexities of human nature and the physical challenges posed by the sea. His background in history and literature informed his writing, imbuing "The Seafarers" with both authenticity and intellectual rigor, as he draws parallels between the human condition and the vast, unpredictable ocean. This novel is recommended for readers who crave thrilling maritime escapades coupled with profound philosophical musings. Whether you are a lover of historical fiction or an admirer of character-driven narratives, "The Seafarers" promises an enthralling voyage across the waves, revealing not only the depths of the ocean but also the intricacies of the human spirit.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length5 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
24'STRICKEN'
2CHAPTER I
25CHAPTER XIII
3'SWEETER THAN BLUE-EYED VIOLETS OR THE DAMASK ROSE'
26'SPARE HER! SPARE HER!'
4CHAPTER II
27CHAPTER XIV
5STEPHEN CHARKE
28STRUCK DOWN
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6CHAPTER III
29CHAPTER XV
7'LET THOSE LOVE NOW WHO NEVER LOVED BEFORE'
30A LIGHT FROM THE PAST
8CHAPTER IV
31CHAPTER XVI
9PORTSMOUTH EN FÊTE
32MAN OVERBOARD
10CHAPTER V
33CHAPTER XVII
11'SO FAREWELL, HOPE!'
34'FAREWELL, MY RIVAL'
12CHAPTER VI
35CHAPTER XVIII
13'AND BEND THE GALLANT MAST, MY BOYS'
36'SHE WILL NEVER KNOW'
14CHAPTER VII
37CHAPTER XIX
15'AN OCEAN WAIF'
38'I ALMOST DREADED THIS MAN ONCE'
16CHAPTER VIII
39CHAPTER XX
17'HIS NAME IS--WHAT?'
40'I DO BELIEVE YOU'
18CHAPTER IX
41CHAPTER XXI
19CHAPTER X
42WASHED ASHORE
20THE GROWING TERROR
43CHAPTER XXII
21CHAPTER XI
44A SAILOR'S KNIFE
22THE TERROR INCREASES
45CHAPTER XXIII
23CHAPTER XII
46'THE TIGER DID THAT'
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