George Cary Eggleston

The Wreck Of The Red Bird A Story Of The Carolina Coast

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Produktbeschreibung

The wreck of the red bird: A story of the Carolina coast explores the tension between innocence and experience through a lens of nature, independence, and resilience. The coastal setting becomes more than a backdrop it reflects the unpredictable shift from freedom to consequence as youthful energy collides with the force of the natural world. The narrative reveals how adventure often carries unforeseen tests of judgment, patience, and emotional maturity. Moments of joy and laughter are gradually shadowed by the emergence of real responsibility, as the characters face physical hardship and the need for decision-making beyond their years. This transition is subtle, underscoring how ordinary enthusiasm can be reshaped by unexpected difficulty. Through elements of companionship and trial, the story portrays how individuals discover courage in vulnerability and how bonds are reinforced through shared adversity. Nature, once an inviting playground, turns into an uncompromising force, prompting a shift in awareness that maturity often arises through confrontation with limits. The novel captures the quiet transformation that occurs when the unstructured days of youth give way to deeper realizations about interdependence, self-reliance, and the unpredictability of both land and sea.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 120
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juni 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 162g
• ISBN-13: 9789371468275
• ISBN-10: 9371468270
• Artikelnr.: 75414865

Autorenporträt

George Cary Eggleston was an American writer, best known for his works depicting American life in the post-Civil War era. Born on November 26, 1839, in Indiana, he was the son of Joseph Cary Eggleston and Mary Jane Craig. He was the brother of fellow writer Edward Eggleston. George's literary career began after the Civil War, when he gained attention for a serialized account of his experiences as a Confederate soldier, published in The Atlantic Monthly. This work marked the beginning of his exploration of historical and regional themes in his writing. Throughout his career, he contributed significantly to American literature, particularly in the genres of historical fiction and adventure. Eggleston's writing reflected the complexities and challenges of the time, and his narratives often included rich character development and vivid depictions of the American South. His works remain a valuable reflection of his era, capturing the social and cultural shifts of the late 19th century. George Cary Eggleston passed away on April 14, 1911, in New York at the age of 71.