Shipwreck

Shipwreck

William Falconer

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781177191609
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'Shipwreck: A Poem in Three Cantos' by William Falconer, first published in 1803, is a compelling narrative poem detailing the harrowing experience of a maritime disaster. Falconer, himself a seaman, brings authenticity and vivid detail to this epic recounting of a ship’s struggle against the relentless forces of nature. Through meticulous verse, the poem captures the technical aspects of sailing alongside the raw human emotions of those facing imminent peril. The poem offers a glimpse into the life of sailors and the dangers they faced in the age of sail. 'Shipwreck' remains a powerful testament to the courage and resilience of those who brave the sea, securing its place as a significant work in maritime literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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