Set in Tahiti's port city of Papeete, the story revolves around three desperate characters: Huish, a duplicitous Cockney; Herrick, a struggling businessman; and Davis, a bitter sea captain. After a schooner arrives with a deceased crew due to smallpox, Davis is hired to command the vessel. He devises a scheme with Huish to steal the ship and its cargo, leaving the inexperienced Herrick to manage the chaotic voyage. As the two indulge in the cargo, Herrick grapples with his moral dilemmas and the harsh reality of their desperate situation.
Lloyd Osbourne Books
Samuel Lloyd Osbourne was an American author who collaborated closely with his stepfather, the Scottish writer Robert Louis Stevenson. Together, they penned three books, and Osbourne provided input and ideas for other works. His contributions often enriched Stevenson's adventure narratives with authenticity and a fresh perspective.
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The Motormaniacs
- 84 pages
- 3 hours of reading
A significant work in American and Canadian literature, this classical book has been meticulously preserved and republished in a modern format. It features clear and readable text, having been reformatted, retyped, and redesigned rather than being a scanned copy. The effort to maintain its importance throughout history ensures that this remarkable text remains accessible for both present and future generations.
This book is a reproduction of a historical work, published in large print to enhance accessibility for readers with impaired vision. Megali, the publishing house behind this edition, focuses on preserving and making significant historical texts available to a wider audience.
Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work presented in large print format. Megali, the publishing house behind this edition, is dedicated to making literature more accessible for individuals with impaired vision, ensuring that classic texts can be enjoyed by a wider audience.
This edition focuses on enhancing accessibility by reproducing historical works in large print, catering specifically to individuals with impaired vision. The publishing house Megali is dedicated to preserving and making these important texts more readable, ensuring that a broader audience can engage with historical literature.
