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Stevenson, Robert Louis
1850
1894
Stevenson, R. L. (Robert Louis)
Osbourne, Lloyd
1868
1947
Osbourne, Samuel Lloyd
Osborne, Lloyd
The Wrecker
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wrecker_(Stevenson_novel)
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"The Wrecker" by Robert Louis Stevenson and Lloyd Osbourne is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story is set primarily in the Marquesas Islands and revolves around the enigmatic figure of Loudon Dodd, who navigates the complexities of life as he pursues his artistic ambitions while trading in the hazardous backdrop of colonial maritime commerce. The narrative hints at themes of adventure, intrigue, and the tensions between commercial enterprise and creative pursuit. At the start of the novel, the scene opens with a vivid portrayal of Tai-o-hae, the capital of the Marquesas Islands, as the local inhabitants react to the arrival of a mysterious schooner. The protagonist, Loudon Dodd, is introduced through conversations about shipwrecks and the precarious life of those living in the South Seas, hinting at his complex character and his previous life experiences. As Dodd connects with other characters such as Mr. Havens and the tattooed native, the stage is set for a narrative that explores themes of adventure, identity, and the potentially treacherous allure of wealth in a vibrant tropical setting. The story begins to unfold through lively dialogues and the personal histories of its characters, inviting the reader into a world filled with both danger and opportunity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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