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100	1		_aBallantyne, R. M. _q(Robert Michael), _d1825-1894
245	1	0	_aBattles with the Sea
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2007
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2007-06-07
508			_aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520			_a"Battles with the Sea" by R. M. Ballantyne is a vivid account of the relentless struggle against the ocean's fury, written during the mid-19th century. This work delves into the heroic efforts of lifeboat crews and rescuers who confront the ever-present peril of storms at sea, illustrating their bravery and sacrifices in saving lives. The narrative likely centers on the brave individuals—both men and women—who engage in life-saving missions during tumultuous storms along Britain's coast. The opening of the book establishes a dramatic tone, introducing the sea as a formidable and unyielding enemy that wreaks havoc without warning. The author details the perilous conditions during a fierce storm, where numerous ships are driven to wreckage, and lives hang in the balance. Through vivid descriptions, readers learn about the chaos of stormy seas, the pleas for rescue, and the valiant lifeboat crews prepared to face overwhelming odds to save those in danger. The text emphasizes the importance of not only recognizing the heroism of these rescuers but also the collective responsibility of society in supporting their noble cause against nature's relentless assaults. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aLifesaving -- Great Britain
653			_aShipwrecks
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21717
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