Driftwood Spars: The Stories of a Man, a Boy, a Woman, and Certain Other People Who Strangely Met Upon the Sea of Life: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Driftwood Spars: The Stories of a Man, a Boy, a Woman, and Certain Other People Who Strangely Met Upon the Sea of Life: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Driftwood Spars: The Stories of a Man, a Boy, a Woman, and Certain Other People Who Strangely Met Upon the Sea of Life is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Wren, Percival Christopher (1885–1941).
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"Driftwood Spars" by Captain Percival Christopher Wren is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book introduces readers to a rich tapestry of characters intertwined by fate on the volatile sea of life, primarily focusing on John Robin Ross-Ellison, a man of complex heritage and tumultuous experiences. The author's narrative hints at themes of honor, revenge, and the interplay between personal pride and social identity, particularly as experienced through the lives of diverse characters from different backgrounds. The beginning of "Driftwood Spars" presents Major Michael Malet-Marsac reflecting on the life and death of his friend John Ross-Ellison. The story commences with a sense of mystery surrounding Ross-Ellison's extraordinary life, as the Major recounts intimate memories of camaraderie and conflict, revealing Ross-Ellison’s mixed lineage as a Scotch Pathan raised in India. Through a conversation with Subedar-Major Mir Daoud Khan, we learn about Ross-Ellison's upbringing and the familial complexities intertwined with his adventures. This sets the stage for exploring the themes of loyalty and the consequences of revenge, illustrated through Ross-Ellison’s contentious relationship with his half-brother Ibrahim Mahmud. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at further revelations in the lives of several characters whose paths intersect dramatically, promising a saga rich in cultural and emotional depth.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Driftwood Spars: The Stories of a Man, a Boy, a Woman, and Certain Other People Who Strangely Met Upon the Sea of Life
- Author credits: Wren, Percival Christopher (1885–1941)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- India -- History -- British occupation, 1765-1947 -- Fiction
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- Category: Novels
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