The Hunter And The Whale: A Story
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Laurens Van Der Post
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Hogarth Press, 1967
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Small tear to DJ. Light discolouration to spine of board. Tanning to block. Light tanning to pastedown. Pages yellowing. All text legible, sturdy binding.
This compelling narrative transports readers to the unforgiving yet magnificent Antarctic seas, chronicling the transformative journey of a young man aboard a whaling vessel. The Hunter And The Whale presents a vivid portrayal of the brutal realities and profound beauty inherent in the pursuit of these colossal creatures. Laurens Van Der Post masterfully illustrates the complex relationship between humanity and the natural world, examining themes of survival, identity, and the moral ambiguities of man's dominion over nature. The prose is rich and evocative, immersing the audience in an epic tale that resonates with philosophical depth and dramatic tension. It ultimately uncovers the profound impact of the wild ocean on the human spirit, offering a powerful reflection on life's most fundamental questions.
Author: Laurens Van Der Post
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Hogarth Press, 1967
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Small tear to DJ. Light discolouration to spine of board. Tanning to block. Light tanning to pastedown. Pages yellowing. All text legible, sturdy binding.
This compelling narrative transports readers to the unforgiving yet magnificent Antarctic seas, chronicling the transformative journey of a young man aboard a whaling vessel. The Hunter And The Whale presents a vivid portrayal of the brutal realities and profound beauty inherent in the pursuit of these colossal creatures. Laurens Van Der Post masterfully illustrates the complex relationship between humanity and the natural world, examining themes of survival, identity, and the moral ambiguities of man's dominion over nature. The prose is rich and evocative, immersing the audience in an epic tale that resonates with philosophical depth and dramatic tension. It ultimately uncovers the profound impact of the wild ocean on the human spirit, offering a powerful reflection on life's most fundamental questions.