Yorke The Adventurer by Louis Becke
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| Author | Becke, Louis, 1855-1913 |
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| Title | Yorke The Adventurer |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Yorke the Adventurer" by Louis Becke is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Captain Yorke, a complex, self-reliant adventurer who encounters danger and intrigue while navigating the treacherous waters of the South Pacific. The narrative promises an exploration of adventure, survival, and human character against the backdrop of remote and often hostile environments. The opening of the tale introduces Yorke as he resides aboard the damaged cutter "Francesco", having survived the recent massacre of his crew by natives. The account begins with the narrator, Drake, recalling their chance meeting under dire circumstances. Yorke's tale unfolds, revealing his resilience, resourcefulness, and the dark fate of his crew when they attempted to engage with local islanders. As they set off for supplies and aid with another vessel, the tension is palpable, hinting at further adventures and potential dangers that may lie ahead as the two men navigate the unpredictable and perilous waters of the Pacific. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Adventure stories, Australian |
| Subject | Pacific Area -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23821 |
| Release Date | Jan 28, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 78 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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