The Ship of Coral
Lost at Sea: A Romantic Journey Through the South PacificBy H. De Vere Stacpoole
Length9h 24m
About this audiobook
H. De Vere Stacpoole's "The Ship of Coral" embarks readers on a captivating journey through the realms of adventure and introspection. Set against the backdrop of the vast Pacific Ocean, the narrative unfolds aboard a ship that becomes a microcosm of human experience, exploring themes of isolation, existentialism, and the search for meaning in life's transient pleasures. Stacpoole's evocative prose, steeped in rich imagery and lyrical rhythm, mirrors the seascape's dual nature'Äîboth serene and tumultuous'Äîthereby rendering a profound commentary on the human condition in the early 20th century literary context. H. De Vere Stacpoole, an author with a diverse background, grew up in a world of maritime exploration, which inevitably influenced his writing. His experiences living in various oceanic locales, coupled with his deep appreciation for nature'Äôs beauty and unpredictability, are manifest in the novel'Äôs vivid descriptions and philosophical overtones. Stacpoole'Äôs life as a medical officer, coupled with a fascination for storytelling, provided him with unique insights into human relationships and fragility, which permeate his work. For those intrigued by themes of adventure interlaced with philosophical inquiry, "The Ship of Coral" is a must-read. Stacpoole's masterful storytelling invites readers to reflect on their own journeys and the intricate web of connections that define the human experience. Dive into this maritime tale and discover the depths of both the ocean and the soul.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Fantasy
Length9 hrs 24 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 20, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I JEAN FRANÇOIS DE NANTES JEAN FRANÇOIS—JEAN FRANÇOIS
2CHAPTER II A SECRET OF THE SEA
3CHAPTER III EVENING
4CHAPTER IV SPANISH GOLD
5CHAPTER V AMIDST THE BUSHES
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6CHAPTER VI ALONE
7CHAPTER VII THE BOAT
8CHAPTER VIII THE ESCAPE
9CHAPTER IX A STAR ON THE SEA
10CHAPTER X LIKE A THIEF IN THE NIGHT
11CHAPTER XI CAPTAIN SAGESSE
12CHAPTER XII RUM
13CHAPTER XIII LA BELLE ARLÉSIENNE
14CHAPTER XIV THE MONEY-CHANGER
15CHAPTER XV THE MAGIC TOWN
16CHAPTER XVI RUE VICTOR HUGO
17CHAPTER XVII THE BELLS AND THE RAIN
18CHAPTER XVIII LOVE
19CHAPTER XIX MARIE OF MORNE ROUGE
20CHAPTER XX FATE
21CHAPTER XXI THE FLEUR D’AMOUR
22CHAPTER XXII THE ROAD TO GRANDE ANSE
23CHAPTER XXIII THEY MEET
24CHAPTER XXIV FLOWER OF LIGHT
25CHAPTER XXV SIMON SERPENTE
26CHAPTER XXVI SKELETON ISLAND
27CHAPTER XXVII THE GARDEN OF LOVE
28CHAPTER XXVIII THE FATEFUL LIGHT
29CHAPTER XXIX THE SAILING OF LA BELLE ARLÉSIENNE
30CHAPTER XXX PEDRO
31CHAPTER XXXI A FORT DE FRANCE, AY, HO!
32CHAPTER XXXII THE FO’CS’LE
33CHAPTER XXXIII THE REVOLVER
34CHAPTER XXXIV THE VISION OF TREASURE
35CHAPTER XXXV THE LANDING
36CHAPTER XXXVI THE SKULLS
37CHAPTER XXXVII SAGESSE IS CORNERED
38CHAPTER XXXVIII THE AWAKENING
39CHAPTER XXXIX DISASTER
40CHAPTER XL THE PASSING OF SAGESSE
41CHAPTER XLI TREASURE
42CHAPTER XLII THE MORNING SEA
43CHAPTER XLIII DELIVERANCE
44CHAPTER XLIV SIMON STOCK
45CHAPTER XLV MOUNT PELÉE
46CHAPTER XLVI ASHES
47CHAPTER XLVII THE FOOTSTEP IN THE DUST
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