The Black Galley by Wilhelm Raabe

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Author Raabe, Wilhelm, 1831-1910
Translator Wooff, Michael
Uniform Title Die schwarze Galeere. English
Title The Black Galley
Note Reading ease score: 80.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Michael Wooff
Summary "The Black Galley" by Wilhelm Raabe is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set in the context of the Eighty Years' War (1568-1648) between Spain and the Dutch Republic, the narrative revolves around themes of war, honor, and love against a backdrop of naval conflict and political intrigue. The story focuses on characters such as Jan Norris, a sea beggar entangled in the struggle for Dutch independence, and Myga van Bergen, whose fate becomes intertwined with his as they navigate the dangers imposed by the Spanish forces. At the start of the novel, the tension is palpable as Spanish soldiers man the walls of Fort Liefkenhoek during a dark and stormy night in November 1599. Alarms are sounded, and a battle is hinted at through distant cannon fire, encapsulating the audience in a gripping wartime atmosphere. The narrative introduces Captain Jeronimo, a seasoned soldier contemplating the futility of war, and glimpses into the lives of Jan and Myga, separated by circumstances yet still bound by childhood promises. The opening sets the stage for the impending confrontation at sea involving the mysterious Black Galley, sparking intrigue and foreshadowing the personal and collective struggles each character will face in this tumultuous era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 48701
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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