The Wreck of the Golden Mary: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Wreck of the Golden Mary is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dickens, Charles (1812–1870).
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"The Wreck of the Golden Mary" by Charles Dickens is a novella written during the Victorian era, likely in the mid-19th century. This maritime narrative combines elements of adventure and human resilience, focusing on the harrowing experiences of the crew and passengers aboard the ill-fated ship, the Golden Mary. The story encapsulates themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the struggle for survival against the formidable forces of nature. The novella is narrated by Captain William George Ravender, who recounts the events leading up to and following the catastrophic collision with an iceberg. As the ship succumbing to the sea, the passengers, including a young mother with her child and a selfish old man obsessed with gold, display varied reactions to the ensuing chaos. Captain Ravender and his loyal first mate John Steadiman strive to ensure the safety of all aboard, but as despair grows and resources deplete during their plight on the open ocean, tragedy strikes. The story ultimately explores profound emotional depths as the characters confront their reality, undergoing both personal transformations and collective struggles within the confines of hope and desperation.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Wreck of the Golden Mary
- Author credits: Dickens, Charles (1812–1870)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Gold mines and mining -- Fiction
- Sea stories
- Shipwrecks -- Fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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