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Title: To the lights
Original Publication: United States: The Consolidated Magazines Corporation,1922.
Note: Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Roger Frank
Summary: "To the Lights" by Roy Norton is a novel written in the early 20th century that captures the struggles of seafaring life against the backdrop of a tumultuous ocean. The narrative tells the story of Captain Joshua Fairley, an aging fisherman, as he perseveres through a violent storm at sea with his loyal crew aboard the trawler "I’ll Try". The book explores themes of resilience, familial bonds, and the unwavering spirit of those who live and work on the water. The storyline centers on Captain Joshua's attempts to navigate the relentless storm while grappling with the heavy burden of his past decisions and the well-being of his crew. After an accident leads to severe injuries among the crew, including himself, Joshua's deep-seated determination drives him to save the lives of those on board. His unwavering faith, coupled with a poignant sense of duty towards his family and crew, brings forth a powerful climax as a rescue vessel approaches. The story ultimately reflects on the lights that guide seamen home—a metaphor for hope, faith, and redemption in the face of overwhelming adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Norton, Roy, 1869-1942
EBook No.: 69063
Published: Sep 28, 2022
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: Ship captains -- Fiction
Subject: Adventure stories
Subject: Fishers -- Fiction
Subject: Seafaring life -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: To the lights
Original Publication: United States: The Consolidated Magazines Corporation,1922.
Note: Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Roger Frank
Summary: "To the Lights" by Roy Norton is a novel written in the early 20th century that captures the struggles of seafaring life against the backdrop of a tumultuous ocean. The narrative tells the story of Captain Joshua Fairley, an aging fisherman, as he perseveres through a violent storm at sea with his loyal crew aboard the trawler "I’ll Try". The book explores themes of resilience, familial bonds, and the unwavering spirit of those who live and work on the water. The storyline centers on Captain Joshua's attempts to navigate the relentless storm while grappling with the heavy burden of his past decisions and the well-being of his crew. After an accident leads to severe injuries among the crew, including himself, Joshua's deep-seated determination drives him to save the lives of those on board. His unwavering faith, coupled with a poignant sense of duty towards his family and crew, brings forth a powerful climax as a rescue vessel approaches. The story ultimately reflects on the lights that guide seamen home—a metaphor for hope, faith, and redemption in the face of overwhelming adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Norton, Roy, 1869-1942
EBook No.: 69063
Published: Sep 28, 2022
Downloads: 62
Language: English
Subject: Ship captains -- Fiction
Subject: Adventure stories
Subject: Fishers -- Fiction
Subject: Seafaring life -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.