9780259463528 - The Cruise of the "Wild Duck": And Other Tales (Classic Reprint) di Drachmann, Holger (2 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is an assemblage of short stories that take place in a Danish fishing village and explore the lives of the people who depend on the sea for their livelihood. The author, who has a deep familiarity with the subject, presents a vivid portrayal of the hardships and rewards of life in a close-knit community where the sea is both a source of sustenance and a constant threat. Through the stories of sailors, fishermen, and their families, this book examines themes of love, loss, resilience and the profound connection between humans and the sea. It illuminates the often overlooked world of coastal communities and offers a moving tribute to the courage and determination of those who live and work by the shore. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.