Louis Becke

Tom Gerrard

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Produktbeschreibung

Embark on a thrilling 19th-century sea adventure with Louis Becke's "Tom Gerrard," a classic tale set against the backdrop of Oceania and the burgeoning world of Australia. This meticulously prepared edition brings to life a historical fiction narrative steeped in the spirit of the era. Experience the allure of the open ocean and the challenges faced by those who dared to navigate its uncharted waters. "Tom Gerrard" offers readers a captivating glimpse into a bygone era, filled with action, adventure, and the timeless struggle of man against the elements. Journey to a world of sea stories and historical intrigue, where the vastness of the Australian landscape meets the boundless expanse of the sea. Discover a compelling narrative that captures the essence of 19th-century maritime life. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 227g
• ISBN-13: 9781023022989
• ISBN-10: 1023022982
• Artikelnr.: 74123708

Autorenporträt

Louis Becke was an Australian author well known for his adventure collection and evocative tales that took a deep corner in people s hearts. He was born in Port Macquarie, New South Wales where he worked as a trader and Blackbirder in Pacific island which significantly helped him to overcome his literary career. During his career most of the time he co-authored with Walter Jeffrey through which he explored various themes of cultural clashes and challenges faced by both European and indigenous islanders. Most of his books, he always marked by vivid descriptions and provide the best efforts to contribute to his popularity in observation of various topics. However, some of his works faced criticism for not being able to address the cultural representation appropriately and faced financial difficulties that led him to return to Australia in later years. Still, he was able to make enough contribution towards Pacific literature and gain the attention of vivid readers those having an interest in cultural studies and gain valuable insights historical dynamics South Pacific region.