TY - BOOK AU - Runciman,James TI - A Dream of the North Sea AV - PR PY - 2004/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Physicians -- Fiction KW - Conduct of life -- Fiction KW - Adventure and adventurers -- Fiction KW - Shipwrecks -- Fiction KW - Voyages and travels -- Fiction KW - Royal National Mission to Deep Sea Fishermen -- Fiction KW - Fishers -- Great Britain -- Fiction KW - North Sea -- Fiction N1 - Release date is 2004-12-23; E-text prepared by Steven Gibbs and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team; Original publication data not identified N2 - "A Dream of the North Sea" by James Runciman is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of North Sea fishing, exploring the life and struggles of deep-sea trawlers and the harsh realities they face. The narrative centers on a group of characters, including Lewis Ferrier, a dedicated doctor, and Marion Dearsley, who journey aboard a yacht to witness firsthand the plight of the fishermen and contribute to their well-being. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to a violent gale besieging a yacht crewed by Ferrier and others on a philanthropic mission. The wild weather reveals both the beauty and terror of the sea, setting a tense atmosphere as the characters face uncertain challenges. Among them is Marion Dearsley, whose fascination with the storm underscores her strong character. As they navigate the treacherous waters, they witness the dangers faced by the trawlers, cementing their resolve to aid the rough-hewn men enduring such relentless toil and despair. Runciman’s vivid descriptions and compelling dialogue invite readers to engage with the emotional and physical struggles of the characters right from the outset, laying a powerful foundation for the unfolding narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14432 ER -