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Ned Myers
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- Book Synopsis
- Ned Myers or a life before the mast is a historical account chronicling the life and experiences of a sailor, exploring the hardships and moral transformations typical of seafaring life. The work delves into themes of adventure, personal growth, and the often tumultuous maritime environment through the lens of the protagonist s journey from childhood to adulthood. The narrative begins with the sailor reflecting on his past, recalling memories of his family, particularly his father, a soldier, and his early childhood in Halifax. He expresses a deep longing to become a sailor and describes the harsh and disciplined environment of his upbringing, which included strict schoolmastering. Driven by a desire for freedom and adventure, he plans to escape and stows away on a schooner bound for New York. His early maritime experiences are filled with a mix of excitement, peril, and self-discovery, setting the stage for the trials he will face later in his career. The narrative sets the tone for a reflection on personal growth amidst the challenges of the sea.
- About The Author
- James Fenimore Cooper was born on September 15, 1789, was an American author. He wrote authentic romantic stories portraying colonist and Native characters from the seventeenth to the nineteenth centuries. His most popular work is The Last of the Mohicans, often regarded as a masterpiece. James Fenimore Cooper was the 11th offspring of William Cooper and Elizabeth (Fenimore) Cooper. He wedded Susan Augusta de Lancey at Mamaroneck, Westchester Area, New York on January 1, 1811. The Coopers had seven children, but only five of them live to adulthood. The Last of the Mohicans (1826) was written in New York City where Cooper and his family resided. It became one of the most-read American books of the nineteenth century. The series includes the racial friendship of Natty Bumppo with the Delaware Indians. In 1826, Cooper moved his family to Europe to acquire more income from his books. He became friends with painters Samuel Morse and Gilbert du Motier and Marquis de Lafayette. In 1832, he entered the list as a political writer in a series of letters to Le National.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9789371466868
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Double 9 Books, (01 May 2025)
- Number of Pages
- 194
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 216 x 140 x 11 mm
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