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The island: or, an adventure of a person of quality is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Whiteing, Richard (1840–1928).
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"The Island: Or, An Adventure of a Person of Quality" by Richard Whiteing is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story begins with an unnamed protagonist who finds himself awash in existential discontent and escapes London for a journey across Europe, ultimately leading to his landing on a deserted Pacific island. There, he encounters a woman named Victoria, and together they navigate the complexities of civilization and their relationship. The opening of the novel introduces us to the narrator, who experiences a crisis of identity amid the bustling life of London. Feeling out of focus and disconnected from the world around him, he decides to leave, traveling first to Paris before eventually finding himself shipwrecked on an uncharted island. As he grapples with his isolation and the existential weight of civilization's burdens, he meets Victoria, a striking native woman, and begins to explore the new dynamics of life, culture, and connection in this secluded paradise. This beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of human nature, societal constructs, and the yearning for meaning beyond the confines of societal expectations.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The island: or, an adventure of a person of quality
- Author credits: Whiteing, Richard (1840–1928)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Islands of the Pacific -- Fiction
- Satire
- Utopias -- Fiction
- Voyages, Imaginary -- Fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Novels
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