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Anonymous
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Anonymous, Anonymous
Wreck of the "London."
Second Edition, Revised.
$aLondon :$bS. W. Partridge, $c1866.
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"Wreck of the 'London'" by Anonymous is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work recounts the tragic story of the steamship "London", which suffered a disastrous shipwreck in the Bay of Biscay, ultimately leading to the loss of many lives. The narrative emphasizes the heroism and piety displayed by the passengers and crew in the face of calamity, particularly focusing on key figures such as Captain John Bohun Martin and the Rev. Daniel James Draper, who were involved in the ship's final moments. The opening of this account details the events leading up to, and the aftermath of, the "London"'s ill-fated voyage. Beginning with the calamities that befell maritime vessels in early 1866, the text quickly introduces the "London" as one of the finest ships of its time, laden with cargo and passengers. As the narrative unfolds, it vividly depicts the crew's efforts to weather a ferocious storm and the emotional turmoil of those aboard as disaster strikes. It highlights how fear transformed into a desperate search for hope, as religious services are conducted, and prayers are offered in a united show of faith amid mounting peril. The gripping introduction sets the stage for a poignant exploration of human courage, loss, and the impact of tragedy on both a personal and societal level. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/wreckoflondon00lond
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Reading ease score: 71.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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