Rydberg, Viktor 1828-1895 creator Mannstén, Emil 1873-1944 text utu 2007 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Itämeren risteilijä" by Viktor Rydberg is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds along the shores of the Baltic Sea and seems to revolve around intriguing characters amid themes of nobility, moral conflicts, and social commentary. The opening introduces us to significant figures who are set against the backdrop of historical events, particularly focusing on Kustaa Drake and his interactions with other characters in a richly depicted setting. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to a desolate landscape along the Baltic coast near Stockholm, where our protagonist, a traveler, encounters a ghost ship and a troubling scene on board. This encounter sets the stage for tension and foreboding as the traveler, whose identity is revealed to be Captain, navigates a painful encounter with a crew lost to revelry, chaos, and violence. Key transformations begin to emerge as he navigates dark waters both literally and metaphorically, hinting at alliances, betrayal, and looming threats, especially as he recalls the past and the significance of the ship's crew. The opening effectively weaves a setting rich in atmosphere and character dynamics that captivates the reader and entices them to delve deeper into the unfolding narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-01-29 Produced by Tapio Riikonen Original publication data not identified Historical fiction Pirates -- Fiction Drake, Gustaf, 1634-1684 -- Fiction PT Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20466 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20466 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133455.0 20466