02208cam a22003133u 4500 62378 UtSlPG 20260610134434.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Russell, William Clark, 1844-1911 Heart of Oak: A Three-Stranded Yarn, vol. 2. Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-06-12 Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Heart of Oak: A Three-Stranded Yarn, vol. 2" by William Clark Russell is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story immerses readers in a maritime adventure, following the perilous plight of Captain Burke, his wife, and a young woman named Marie Otway as they navigate life-threatening challenges aboard a dismasted ship trapped in icy waters. The narrative introduces themes of desperation, survival, and human resilience in the face of nature's unforgiving elements. At the start of the book, the crew of the ship faces a critical moment as they sight a distant vessel, leading to a chaotic attempt to signal for help. However, a mutinous group among the crew becomes unrestful, prompting calls for rebellion against Captain Burke’s leadership. A violent confrontation ensues, resulting in the bulk of the crew abandoning the ship, leaving the captain and the two women trapped with fears of impending doom. As events unfold, Marie finds herself terrified and isolated, reflecting on her precarious situation while grappling with the haunting memories of her companions' struggles. The scene is filled with tension and despair, vividly showcasing the precariousness of life at sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Sea stories English fiction -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62378 103202 103202