Download or read book PHANTOM SHIP CLASSIC REPRINT written by MARRYAT. MARRYAT and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Phantom Ship And Olla Podrida Classic Reprint written by Frederick Marryat and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-12-21 with total page 724 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Phantom Ship, And, Olla Podrida With the publication of The Phantom Ship in 1839, Captain Marryat entered upon a new phase of his literary career. Hitherto his stories had been based on his own experience of life on the high seas, but in The Phantom Ship he forsakes the safe ground of experience for the perilous realms of the supernatural. The basis of this novel is the well-known legend of the Flying Dutchman, and in order to give his narrative that touch of remoteness from the practical realities of the present which the supernatural theme seemed to require, Captain Marryat refers it to the middle of the seventeenth century, and places his scene on board the vessels of the Dutch East India Company. This last change is of little or no importance, for although his mariners and their ships have foreign names, they bear a strong resemblance in all essentials to the bluejackets of her Majesty's navy. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book The Ghost Ship Other Stories Classic Reprint written by Richard Middleton and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-10 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Ghost-Ship Other Stories The other day I said to a friend, "I have just reading in proof a volume of short stories by an author named Richard Middleton. He is dead. It is an extraordinary book, and all the work in it is full of a quite curious and distinctive quality. In my opinion it is very fine work indeed." It would be so simple if the business of the introducer or preface-writer were limited to such a straightforward, honest, and direct expression of opinion; unfortunately that is not so. For most of us, the happier ones of the world, it is enough to say "I like it," or "I don't like it," and there is an end: the critic has to answer the everlasting "Why?" And so, I suppose, it is my office, in this present instance, to say why I like the collection of tales that follows. I think that I have found a hint as to the right answer in two of these stories. One is called "The Story of a Book" the other "The Biography of a Superman." Each is rather an essay than a tale, though the form of each is narrative. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book Jack Wright s Submarine Catamaran Or the Phantom Ship of the Yellow Sea Classic Reprint written by Luis Senarens and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2019-01-31 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Jack Wright's Submarine Catamaran, or the Phantom Ship of the Yellow Sea Did he do that? Asked the man, in surprise. I am sorry. But when we put him behind the bars again, he goes to stay ten years. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book The Phantom Ship written by Frederick Marryat and published by . This book was released on 1975 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book The Phantom Cruiser Classic Reprint written by Warneford Warneford and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-10-21 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Phantom Cruiser All hands ahoy turn out - turn out! The wind has shifted ready about, Ready about - then shorten sail, And our ship will be likely to weather the gale. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book The Phantom Ship written by Frederick Marryat and published by . This book was released on 1870 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Phantom Ship written by Frederick Marryat and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the enthralling nautical adventure 'The Phantom Ship,' Captain Frederick Marryat skilfully weaves supernatural elements with maritime lore, inviting readers aboard a spectral vessel that defies the bounds of time and sea. Marryat, a pioneer of the sea story and adept in the literary art, imbues his work with an authenticity that stems from his own naval experiences. The tale is set against the sprawling backdrop of the high seas and delves into the legend of the Flying Dutchman, a ghostly ship doomed to sail the oceans forever. The book's intricate plot, rich in detail and maritime terminology, aligns with the stylistic features and thematic concerns of the 19th-century literary context, dealing with fatalism, superstition, and man's battle against the implacable forces of nature. Frederick Marryat's own seafaring life undoubtedly informed the technical precision and rousing authenticity found in 'The Phantom Ship.' The author's time in the Royal Navy, reaching the rank of captain, provided a wealth of material that informed his fiction. Marryat's firsthand experience lends the book an air of verisimilitude, often blurring the line between fact and fantasy. This novel, written at the height of Marryat's literary career, not only reflects his deep knowledge and passion for the sea but also illustrates his ability to create compelling narratives that resonate with the human experience. 'The Phantom Ship' will captivate readers passionate about maritime adventures and those intrigued by the fusion of historical realism and supernatural myth. It is a book highly recommended for enthusiasts of classic literature, particularly for those who appreciate the finesse with which Marryat navigates through the tempestuous waters of seafaring lore and the human condition. This book will transport you to the deck of the hauntingly immortal Dutchman, through prose as profound and unpredictable as the sea itself.
Download or read book The Phantom Ship New Edition A Translation of Carl Spindler s Das Geheimnisvoile Schiff by W Montgomery and E H McGrath written by Phantom Ship and published by . This book was released on 1931 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book PHANTOM SHIP written by Frederick 1792-1848 Marryat and published by Wentworth Press. This book was released on 2016-08-29 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book The Phantom Ship written by Frederick Marryat and published by Palala Press. This book was released on 2016-04-27 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book The Ghost Ship written by Richard Middleton and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2018-11-22 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “The Ghost Ship” is a 1912 short story by English author Richard B. Middleton. A chilling ghost story with unforgettable characters and a masterful narrative, this classic example of vintage supernatural fictional is sure to leave any lover of ghost stories and horror fiction with an almost unquenchable thirst for more of Middleton's marvellous and macabre work. Richard Barham Middleton (1882 – 1911) was an English author and poet most famous for his short ghost stories. Other notable works by this author include: “Poems and Songs” (1912), “The Pantomime Man” (1933), and “The Day Before Yesterday” (1912). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.
Download or read book The Phantom Ship by Captain Frederick Marryat written by Frederick Marryat and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-31 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE PHANTOM SHIP is the most notable of the three novels constructed by Marryat on an historic basis, and like its predecessor in the same category, Snarleyyow, depends largely for its interest on the element of diablerie, which is very skilfully manipulated. Here, however, the supernatural appearances are never explained away, and the ghostly agencies are introduced in the spirit of serious, if somewhat melodramatic, romance. Marryat's personal experience enabled him, with little research, to produce a life-like picture of old Dutch seamanship, and his powers in racy narrative have transformed the Vanderdecken legend into a stirring tale of terror. The plot cannot be called original, but it is more carefully worked out and, from the nature of the material at hand, more effective than most of Marryat's own. He has put life into it, moreover, by the creation of some genuine characters, designed for nobler ends than to move the machinery.Amine, indeed, as Mr Hannay points out, "is by far his nearest approach to an acceptable heroine." Her romantic and curiously superstitious disposition is admirably restrained by strength of will and true courage. The scenes of the Inquisition by which she meets her death are forcibly described. Philip Vanderdecken is a very respectable hero; daring, impetuous, and moody, without being too improbably capable. The hand of destiny lends him a dignity of which he is by no means unworthy. Krantz, the faithful friend, belongs to a familiar type, but the one-eyed pilot is quite sufficiently weird for the part he has to play. For the rest we have the usual exciting adventures by sea and land; the usual "humours," in this case certainly not overdone. The miser Dr Poots; the bulky Kloots, his bear, and his supercargo; Barentz and his crazy lady-love the Vrow Katerina; and the little Portuguese Commandant provide the reader with a variety of good-natured entertainment. It was an act of doubtful wisdom, perhaps, to introduce a second group of spirits from the Hartz mountains, but the story of the weir-wolves is told simply, without any straining after effect.The general success, however, is marred by certain obvious failures in detail. The attempt to produce an historic flavour by making the characters, during their calmer moments, talk in would-be old English is more amusing than culpable; but the author's philosophy of the unseen, as expounded by Amine or Krantz, is both weak and tiresome, and his religious discourses, coloured by prejudice against the Romanists, are conventional and unconvincing. The closing scene savours of the Sunday-school.But these faults are not obtrusive, and the novel as a whole must take a high place among its author's second-best.The Phantom Ship appeared in The New Monthly Magazine, 1838, 1839. It is here reprinted from the first edition, in three volumes. Henry Colburn, 1839.R.B.J.
Download or read book The Phantom Ship written by Frederick Marryat and published by . This book was released on 2021-02-19 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Flying Dutchman, a legendary ghost ship, brings despair and death to all who encounter her. Cursed by the captain's deadly sins, the seventeenth-century ship and its crew are doomed to sail and suffer for all eternity ― unless a holy relic can be brought to them. Philip Vanderdecken, the captain's son, vows to rescue the ship from its living hell. In the employ of the Dutch East India Company, young Vanderdecken sets sail for a gripping series of adventures, from sea battles and shipwrecks to an encounter with a werewolf.
Download or read book The Phantom Death written by William Clark Russell and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-11-25 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Phantom Death: And Other Stories All went well with us for several days. Our ship's company consisted of twelve men, including a boatswain and carpenter. The forecastle hands appeared very hearty, likely fellows, despite their pier-head raiment of Scotch cap and broken small clothes, and open flannel shirt, and greasy sheath-knife belted to the hip. They worked with a will, they sang out cheerily at the ropes, they went in and out of the galley at meal-time without faces of loathing, and but one complaint came aft before our wonderful, mysterious troubles began the ship's bread crawled, they said, and, being found truly very had, good white flour was served out in lieu. We had been eight days at sea, and in that time had made fairly good way; it drew down a quiet, soft, black night with the young moon gone soon after sunset, a trembling flash of stars over the mastheads, a murky dimness of heat and of stagnation all round about the sea-line, and a frequent glance of sea-fire over the side when a dip of the barque's round bends drove the water from her in a swelling cloud of ebony. I walked the quarter-deck with the captain, and our talk was of England and of the Brazils, and of his experiences as a mariner of thirty years' standing. What of the weather? Said I, as we came to a pause at the binnacle, whose bright disc of illuminated card touched into phantom outlines the hairy features of the Jack who grasped the wheel. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Download or read book The Phantom in the Rainbow Classic Reprint written by Slater Lamaster and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-01-13 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Phantom in the Rainbow Private radio code snapped and snarled through the ether. Out of the very early morning mist, a great ship loomed up off Sandy Hook. The veteran captain, in resplendent uniform, stood tensely on one end of' the bridge and closely scanned the Long Island horizon. On that side of the huge vessel, down under the lowest deck, a freight opening was being cleared. These preparations were so far below that no one could notice them unless he was particularly curious and hung over the rail to see. The vast promenade decks were deserted at this early hour. Only a few passengers were astir, but among them was Bill Skyles, star reporter of the sensational New York Morning Star, returning from a European assignment. Ever alert to any unusual development, he felt the quiet tension pervading the crew and traced their interest to the skyline and the mysterious business below decks. The monstrous greyhound of the deep gave one short blast and idled to a stop as a long dark cabin cruiser shot out of the fog which' clung to the Long Island shore. The wasp-like bloat circled gracefully to the side of the steam 3 1p. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
