Mayne Reid

Afloat In The Forest; Or, A Voyage Among The Tree-Tops

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Produktbeschreibung

Afloat In The Forest invites you to ride the wind above a living world, where boys of grit and curiosity navigate a jungle kingdom of vine and canopy. A voyage among the tree-tops becomes a vivid epic of courage, cunning, and discovery. This adventure novel blends tropical jungle setting with forest canopy voyage imagery, weaving jungle survival themes into a brisk, enthralling tale suited to the juvenile reader audience, classroom reading set, and fans of classic boys adventure fiction. Mayne Reid delivers a brisk, accessible narrative that grounds wonder in practical peril, inviting both casual readers and classic-literature collectors to admire its careful plotting, resourceful protagonists, and richly drawn environment. It's a stylish infusion of ballantyne juvenile adventure tradition and verne adventure fiction sensibility, presented as an illustrated nature tale that continually rewards close reading and imaginative engagement. Historically, Afloat In The Forest sits in the honour of Victorian colonial adventure, offering a window into colonial-era attitudes and landscapes through a uniquely European gaze on tropical jungles. The restored edition from Alpha Editions honours the text for today's and future generations, preserving its spirit while making it feel immediate. It is more than a reprint-it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, a complete adventure collection packed with wonder, courage, and the pulse of discovery.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Editions
• Seitenzahl: 320
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. Juli 2021
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 522g
• ISBN-13: 9789354841804
• ISBN-10: 9354841805
• Artikelnr.: 62605163

Autorenporträt

Thomas Mayne Reid, known as Mayne Reid, was an Irish-American novelist celebrated for his adventure novels that captured the imaginations of readers in the 19th century. Mayne Reid was born in Ballyroney County Down, Ireland, the son of a Presbyterian minister. He grew up in an environment that valued education and was well-read from a young age. This literary foundation would later influence his writing career. His experiences in the war provided rich material for his future writings, as he participated in several significant battles and witnessed the harsh realities of military life. After the war, Reid settled in Philadelphia and began his career as a writer. His first successful novel. Action-Packed Narratives: His stories are known for their fast pace and exciting plotlines. Heroism and Resilience: Themes of bravery and survival against the odds are central to his works. Mayne Reid's works have had a lasting impact on the genre of adventure fiction. His ability to weave thrilling stories with authentic details from his own experiences captivated a wide audience. His novels were not just entertaining, but, also provided readers with a window into the diverse and often perilous world of the 19th century.