An Iceland Fisherman by Pierre Loti
"An Iceland Fisherman" by Pierre Loti is a novel written during the late 19th century. This work delicately explores the lives of Breton fishermen, particularly focusing on the experiences of Yann, a fisherman, and his love for Gaud, a young woman from Paimpol. The narrative evokes themes of love, separation, and the profound melancholy that surrounds the lives of those drawn to the sea. The opening portion introduces readers to the atmosphere
aboard a fishing vessel, the "Marie", where a group of robust Breton fishermen gathers in their dimly lit cabin, discussing women and marriage while they drink. From the outset, we are introduced to Yann, a towering figure whose demeanor contrasts with the youthful Sylvestre, who looks up to him both literally and figuratively. As they fish in the cold, stark seas of Iceland, the companionship and camaraderie among the crew members are palpable. The text beautifully sets the stage for a tale of yearning, woven into the harsh realities of life at sea, through the lives of these humble men and their relationships with their loved ones back home. As the narrative unfolds, the stakes of love and labor against the backdrop of nature’s indifference become all the more poignant. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Loti, Pierre, 1850-1923 |
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| Translator | Cambon, Jules, 1845-1935 |
| Uniform Title | Pêcheur d'Islande. English |
| Title | An Iceland Fisherman |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/An_Iceland_Fisherman |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Translation from French of Pêcheur d'Islande |
| Credits | Produced by Dagny; John Bickers and David Widger |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Fishers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Iceland -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2196 |
| Release Date | Mar 26, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 268 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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