02411cam a22003493u 4500 24074 UtSlPG 20260610133543.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG eo iso639-1 PT Raabe, Wilhelm, 1831-1910 Die schwarze Galeere. Esperanto La Nigra Galero Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://eo.wikipedia.org/wiki/La_Nigra_Galero Translation of: Die schwarze Galeere Release date is 2007-12-29 Produced by Andrew Sly, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "La Nigra Galero" by Wilhelm Raabe is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds during a turbulent time in 1599, focusing on the violence and chaos of war in the region, specifically highlighting the struggles and lives of its characters amidst the backdrop of conflict. The main themes revolve around the impact of war on human lives and relationships, with the prominent figures including the young captain Jan Norris and his fiancée, Myga van Bergen. At the start of the novel, the setting is established on a stormy night at the fort Liefkenhoek, where soldiers anxiously await news of a naval battle. The ominous presence of the "Nigra Galero" is felt as soldiers speculate about its fate, evoking a sense of dread and anticipation in the air. The narrative introduces various characters, including the experienced captain Jeronimo, who reflects on lost glory and the futility of their ongoing struggles. As the events unfold, hints of personal relationships between Jan and Myga, along with their hopes and fears amidst the war, emerge, creating a poignant contrast between the chaos of battle and the yearning for love and normalcy. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Netherlands -- History -- Eighty Years' War, 1568-1648 -- Fiction Wicke, Fritz https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24074 65075 65075