Fighting the Whales
'Fighting the Whales' Summary
In the mid-19th century, a fatherless boy named Jack, driven by the need to provide for his mother, joins the crew of a whaling ship. As he ventures into the perilous world of whaling, he confronts the dangers of the open ocean, encounters formidable whales, and learns valuable lessons about resilience, courage, and the relentless forces of nature. The novel depicts a romanticized yet realistic account of the whaling industry, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of the whalers as they face the unpredictable elements and the mighty creatures they hunt.Book Details
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R. M. Ballantyne
Scotland
R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish novelist and journalist, best known for his adventure stories for boys. He was a prolific writer, publishing over 80 books during his lifetime. His novels we...
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