John Frewen, South Sea Whaler by Louis Becke

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Author Becke, Louis, 1855-1913
Title John Frewen, South Sea Whaler
1904
Note From: Chinkie's Flat and Other Stories.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "John Frewen, South Sea Whaler" by Louis Becke is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set aboard a whaling ship, the "Casilda", exploring the tumultuous life at sea and the relationships among its crew, primarily focusing on the conflict between Captain Ethan Keller and his second mate, John Frewen, who is portrayed as an able and determined officer. The narrative touches on themes of loyalty, mutiny, and the harsh realities of whaling life in the South Pacific. The opening of the novel introduces Captain Keller's frustration as he grapples with the loss of two boats in pursuit of a formidable sperm whale. Tension is already palpable between Keller and Frewen, as past grudges complicate their interactions amidst the backdrop of high-stakes whaling operations. As the crew deals with the dangers of the ocean and the threat of mutiny looms, the dynamics between Frewen, his half-caste boatsteerer Randall Cheyne, and Keller evolve, setting the stage for further conflict and adventure. Frewen's commitment to his profession and his crew's welfare hint at larger themes of honor and camaraderie that will likely unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Whaling -- Fiction
Subject Oceania -- Fiction
Subject South Pacific Ocean -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 24806
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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