"The Survivors of the Chancellor, " written by Jules Verne and first published in 1875, is a thrilling and suspenseful adventure novel that unfolds on the high seas. The story centers around the ill-fated voyage of the Chancellor, a British ship bound for Charleston, South Carolina. The ship's captain, John Silas Huntly, is a stern and dictatorial leader who makes a fateful decision to sail through the treacherous waters of the Atlantic during the hurricane season. As the ship faces the wrath of the elements, it becomes a harrowing tale of survival, isolation, and the human spirit's resilience. Passengers and crew members must contend with dwindling supplies, disease, and their own mounting desperation. The novel's narrative is propelled by the journal entries of one of the passengers, J.R. Kazallon, whose firsthand account offers a gripping portrayal of the physical and psychological trials faced by those on board. "The Survivors of the Chancellor" is a classic maritime adventure that explores themes of survival, leadership, and the extremes of human endurance.
Mai multe cărți electronice de la același autor (i) / Editor
786.718 Ebooks din această categorie
