Shipwreck
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.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Shipwreck by John Fowles and The Gibsons of Scilly chronicles the dramatic and often tragic history of maritime disasters around the treacherous Isles of Scilly. This compelling account uncovers the human stories behind these events, detailing the struggles for survival and the enduring legacy of the sea on the local community. The narrative presents a vivid picture of the islanders' resilience and their deep connection to the ocean, illustrating how these shipwrecks shaped their lives and traditions. It offers a poignant reflection on humanity's vulnerability against the forces of nature, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of maritime lore and local history.
Author: John Fowles; The Gibsons Of Scilly
Format: Paperback
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Shipwreck by John Fowles and The Gibsons of Scilly chronicles the dramatic and often tragic history of maritime disasters around the treacherous Isles of Scilly. This compelling account uncovers the human stories behind these events, detailing the struggles for survival and the enduring legacy of the sea on the local community. The narrative presents a vivid picture of the islanders' resilience and their deep connection to the ocean, illustrating how these shipwrecks shaped their lives and traditions. It offers a poignant reflection on humanity's vulnerability against the forces of nature, making it an essential read for enthusiasts of maritime lore and local history.