Kaptajnen paa 15 Aar (I Slavelænker) by Jules Verne

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Author Verne, Jules, 1828-1905
Title Kaptajnen paa 15 Aar (I Slavelænker)
Note Abridged translation of "Un capitaine de quinze ans."
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Summary "Kaptajnen paa 15 Aar (I Slavelænker)" by Jules Verne is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the adventures of a whaling ship called "Pilgrim" and its captain, Hull, as well as the other characters on board, including Mrs. Weldon, her son Jack, and the young deckhand Dick Sand. The narrative presents themes of survival, adventure, and the notion of freedom, particularly as it pertains to slaves from the past. The opening of the novel introduces the characters aboard "Pilgrim," detailing their circumstances and setting the scene for an upcoming voyage. Captain Hull faces difficulties in hiring a new crew after an unsatisfactory whaling season, leading to a distressed crew and a potential mutiny. Mrs. Weldon, seeking to reunite with her husband, requests passage for herself, her son Jack, and an old family friend, Mr. Benedict. The story alludes to their preparation for a perilous journey, with hints of the dangers they will encounter, including the ship's interactions with other sea vessels and elements of mystery that foreshadow challenges ahead. The groundwork is laid for a tale of courage and resourcefulness in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Danish
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Ship captains -- Fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Sailors -- Fiction
Subject Voyages and travels -- Fiction
Subject Enslaved persons -- Fiction
Subject Whales -- Fiction
Subject Cooks -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 33360
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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