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Johnson, Martin
1884
1937
Johnson, Martin Elmer
Harrison, Ralph D.
Through the South Seas with Jack London
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"Through the South Seas with Jack London" by Martin Johnson is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the adventures of Martin Johnson as he joins famed author Jack London and a small crew on a daring voyage aboard the yacht "Snark" through the South Pacific. The narrative offers keen insights into exploration, adventure, and the challenges faced at sea, as well as Johnson's reflections on the exotic peoples and cultures encountered during their journey. The opening of the book sets the stage for Johnson’s lifelong pursuit of adventure, highlighting his fervent desire to experience the world beyond his native Kansas. He learns of London’s travel plans through an article and eagerly seeks the opportunity to join the expedition, impressing London with his newfound cooking skills. As he meets London and the crew members, the narrative establishes a strong bond among them and hints at the various challenges that await them—both in building the "Snark" and during their upcoming adventures at sea. The tone conveys a mixture of excitement and trepidation, hinting at the unpredictability of both the ocean and human experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Authors, American -- 20th century -- Biography
Oceania -- Description and travel
London, Jack, 1876-1916 -- Travel -- Oceania
Americans -- Oceania -- History -- 20th century
Johnson, Martin, 1884-1937
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Category: Travel Writing
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