In Monsun und Pori by Richard Wenig
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"In Monsun und Pori" by Richard Wenig is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of World War I, the narrative revolves around the experiences of the German cruiser SMS Königsberg in the Indian Ocean, highlighting the tension and challenges faced by its crew amidst the chaos of war. The story delves into themes of adventure, conflict, and survival, exploring a turbulent time as the protagonist
navigates both the treacherous waters and the complexities of warfare. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to the SMS Königsberg as it takes to the seas in June 1914, tasked with protecting German interests along the East African coast. The narrative vividly describes the ship’s journey, the crew's anticipation of war, and the ominous signs of impending conflict. Through detailed descriptions of the ship's movements and the surrounding natural beauty, Wenig captures the atmosphere of the time as the crew tries to comprehend the implications of their national mobilization. The opening sets the stage for an adventurous tale intertwined with a sense of foreboding, offering insights into the lives of those at sea caught in historical tumult. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wenig, Richard, 1891- |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 52051509 |
| Title | In Monsun und Pori |
| Original Publication | Berlin: Safari-Verlag G. m. b. H., 1922. |
| Credits | The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | D501: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: World War I (1914-1918) |
| Subject | Königsberg (Cruiser) |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Campaigns -- German East Africa |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 74511 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-74511-4 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 307 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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