The North Pacific: A Story of the Russo-Japanese War: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The North Pacific: A Story of the Russo-Japanese War: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The North Pacific: A Story of the Russo-Japanese War is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Allen, Willis Boyd (1855–1938).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The North Pacific: A Story of the Russo-Japanese War" by Willis Boyd Allen is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative delves into the Russo-Japanese War, focusing on naval battles and the intricacies of warfare during this significant conflict between two great powers of the East and West. The story likely involves several characters, including members of the American navy and Japanese protagonists who play pivotal roles in the unfolding events. The opening of the book sets the stage with a vivid description of a battleship trial, focusing on the USS Retvizan as it undergoes rigorous testing amid the bustling activity of a shipyard. Two young Japanese men, Oto and Oshima, blend into the background as seemingly ordinary stewards but reveal alertness as they observe the battleship closely. Their keen interest hints at underlying motives related to the war. As the narrative progresses, the ship's crew, including reporter Fred Larkin, takes shape, foreshadowing future developments as the ship sets sail into the conflict-prone waters of the Pacific. The interactions between the sailors and Japanese characters signal potential themes of cultural collision and espionage amid wartime uncertainty.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The North Pacific: A Story of the Russo-Japanese War
- Author credits: Allen, Willis Boyd (1855–1938)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Russo-Japanese War, 1904-1905 -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: History - Modern (1750+)
- Category: History - Warfare
- Category: Novels
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