Under Rocking Skies by L. Frank Tooker
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| Author | Tooker, L. Frank (Lewis Frank), 1855-1925 |
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| Title | Under Rocking Skies |
| Note | Reading ease score: 90.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Under Rocking Skies" by L. Frank Tooker is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story introduces us to Thomas Medbury, a young man deeply connected to the sea and nautical life, highlighting the intricate dynamics of relationships among sailors and their families. Central to the narrative is the tension between Medbury and the adventurous spirit of Hetty March, the captain's daughter, as various characters grapple with personal desires and familial expectations. The opening of "Under Rocking Skies" presents a rich, atmospheric scene with Medbury observing his neighbor's household. After a brief exchange with Hetty's husband, Bob, who is preparing for a fishing trip, Medbury expresses his desire to go to sea himself, hinting at a deeper connection to the maritime lifestyle. As the story unfolds, Medbury's interactions with Hetty and the reigning sentiments of longing, duty, and ambition surrounding their lives on the water become apparent. The novel's beginning sets the stage for exploring themes of love, ambition, and the pull of the sea, promising complexity as the characters navigate their intertwined fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Seafaring life -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55721 |
| Release Date | Oct 9, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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