Verhalen van de Zuidzee by Jack London

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Author London, Jack, 1876-1916
Translator Leclercq, Leo
Title Verhalen van de Zuidzee
Note Translation of: South Sea Tales
Credits Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
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Summary "Verhalen van de Zuidzee" by Jack London is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book captures the essence of life in the South Seas, weaving rich narratives that explore the themes of adventure, cultural encounters, and the impact of colonialism. The stories transport readers to exotic locales and introduce a variety of characters, including sailors, islanders, and adventurers. The opening of this collection presents the story of Raoul, a young man of Polynesian descent who works as a cargo master for his mother. He navigates the complexities of island life while dealing with a local named Mapoehi, who insists on trading a rare pearl for an elaborate house. The exchange spirals into a humorous yet poignant commentary on value and desire, as Raoul tries to assess the worth of the pearl while also contending with Mapoehi's fantastical house specifications. The narrative is set against the backdrop of an approaching cyclone, which heightens the stakes of their transaction and encapsulates the unpredictability of life in the South Seas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Oceania -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 18532
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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