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Title:
"Martin of Nitendi"; and The River of Dreams
1901
Note: Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "MARTIN OF NITENDI"; and THE RIVER OF DREAMS by Louis Becke is a collection of linked tales published in the early 20th century, around the turn of the century. The book primarily delves into the lives and experiences of characters in the South Pacific, exploring themes of survival, revenge, and cultural interactions between white settlers and native inhabitants. The title story, "Martin of Nitendi," presents a gritty narrative about a white man who becomes entwined in the violent struggles between local natives and colonizers, while "The River of Dreams" captures voyages through the idyllic yet haunting landscape of a tropical island. In "Martin of Nitendi," the protagonist, Jim Martin, grapples with his violent past as a beachcomber who has turned against civilization after a series of betrayals and conflicts. Residing in a village with his native wife, he confronts the repercussions of an attack that left his community devastated. Consumed by a desire for revenge, Martin's internal struggle reflects his complex identity caught between two worlds. Meanwhile, "The River of Dreams" offers a contrast to this darkness, depicting an idyllic adventure through the lush environment, highlighting the beauty and serenity of nature alongside social connections formed through fishing and camaraderie. The contrasting tales reveal both the brutality and tranquility of life in the South Pacific, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of human nature and cultural exchange. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Becke, Louis, 1855-1913
EBook No.: 24641
Published: Feb 18, 2008
Downloads: 65
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Sea stories
Subject: Adventure stories, Australian
Subject: Pacific Area -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
"Martin of Nitendi"; and The River of Dreams
1901
Note: Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "MARTIN OF NITENDI"; and THE RIVER OF DREAMS by Louis Becke is a collection of linked tales published in the early 20th century, around the turn of the century. The book primarily delves into the lives and experiences of characters in the South Pacific, exploring themes of survival, revenge, and cultural interactions between white settlers and native inhabitants. The title story, "Martin of Nitendi," presents a gritty narrative about a white man who becomes entwined in the violent struggles between local natives and colonizers, while "The River of Dreams" captures voyages through the idyllic yet haunting landscape of a tropical island. In "Martin of Nitendi," the protagonist, Jim Martin, grapples with his violent past as a beachcomber who has turned against civilization after a series of betrayals and conflicts. Residing in a village with his native wife, he confronts the repercussions of an attack that left his community devastated. Consumed by a desire for revenge, Martin's internal struggle reflects his complex identity caught between two worlds. Meanwhile, "The River of Dreams" offers a contrast to this darkness, depicting an idyllic adventure through the lush environment, highlighting the beauty and serenity of nature alongside social connections formed through fishing and camaraderie. The contrasting tales reveal both the brutality and tranquility of life in the South Pacific, inviting readers to reflect on the complexities of human nature and cultural exchange. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Becke, Louis, 1855-1913
EBook No.: 24641
Published: Feb 18, 2008
Downloads: 65
Language: English
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Sea stories
Subject: Adventure stories, Australian
Subject: Pacific Area -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.