The Sea and the Jungle by H. M. Tomlinson
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| Author | Tomlinson, H. M. (Henry Major), 1873-1958 |
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| Title | The Sea and the Jungle |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Sea and the Jungle" by H. M. Tomlinson is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The work recounts the journey of the tramp steamer "Capella" as it voyages from Swansea to the depths of the Amazon and Madeira Rivers, illustrating the adventures and experiences of the crew along the way. The narrative captures both the allure and the harsh realities of maritime travel and exploration, while also exploring themes of escapism and the longing for freedom from mundane routines. The opening of "The Sea and the Jungle" sets the stage in a dreary London winter, where the narrator reflects on the bleakness of suburban life before being drawn into the idea of adventure. He encounters the Skipper, who invites him to join the crew on the journey to the Amazon, sparking a journey that promises both excitement and danger. As the narrator transitions from the confines of his London life to the reality of the ship and its challenges, the reader is introduced to vivid descriptions of the ship’s departure and the character dynamics within the crew, emphasizing themes of longing for liberation and the unpredictable nature of the sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F2501: Latin America local history: Brazil |
| Subject | Amazon River -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Tomlinson, H. M. (Henry Major), 1873-1958 -- Travel -- Amazon River Region |
| Subject | Tomlinson, H. M. (Henry Major), 1873-1958 -- Diaries |
| Subject | Capella (Ship) |
| Subject | Wilderness areas -- Amazon River Region |
| Subject | Ocean travel -- History -- 20th century |
| Subject | Amazon River Region -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Madeira River (Brazil and Bolivia) -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37205 |
| Release Date | Aug 26, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 113 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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