02205cam a22003493u 4500 69063 UtSlPG 20260610134610.0 m cr n 260607r20221922utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Norton, Roy, 1869-1942 To the lights Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2022-09-28 Roger Frank "To the Lights" by Roy Norton is a novel written in the early 20th century that captures the struggles of seafaring life against the backdrop of a tumultuous ocean. The narrative tells the story of Captain Joshua Fairley, an aging fisherman, as he perseveres through a violent storm at sea with his loyal crew aboard the trawler "I’ll Try". The book explores themes of resilience, familial bonds, and the unwavering spirit of those who live and work on the water. The storyline centers on Captain Joshua's attempts to navigate the relentless storm while grappling with the heavy burden of his past decisions and the well-being of his crew. After an accident leads to severe injuries among the crew, including himself, Joshua's deep-seated determination drives him to save the lives of those on board. His unwavering faith, coupled with a poignant sense of duty towards his family and crew, brings forth a powerful climax as a rescue vessel approaches. The story ultimately reflects on the lights that guide seamen home—a metaphor for hope, faith, and redemption in the face of overwhelming adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: The Consolidated Magazines Corporation, 1922 Ship captains -- Fiction Adventure stories Fishers -- Fiction Seafaring life -- Fiction https://archive.org/details/BlueBookV034N06192204 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69063 109860 109860