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100 1 _aBecke, Louis,
_d1855-1913
245 1 4 _aThe Works of Louis Becke: A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg Editions
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2009
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2009-05-26
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"The Works of Louis Becke: A Linked Index to the Project Gutenberg Editions by Becke" is a collection of narrative works by Louis Becke, an author renowned for his stories centered around the South Seas and maritime adventures. Written in the late 19th to early 20th century, this compilation includes a variety of short stories and adventures that vividly portray life at sea, encounters with diverse cultures, and the intricate relationships within colonial societies. Becke's work typically explores themes of adventure, human resilience, and the mysteries of the Pacific Islands, making it a rich tapestry of colonial-era storytelling. The book serves as an index for various tales featuring sailors, traders, and inhabitants of the South Seas, such as "Yorke The Adventurer" and "John Corwell, Sailor." Each story enhances the reader's understanding of both the historical context of maritime life in the Pacific and the personal tales of Becke's characters. It encompasses a wide range of narratives from lively fishing expeditions to dramatic encounters with nature and local communities. Through the lens of his characters, Becke provides insights into the complexities of colonial existence and the adventure-filled, unpredictable nature of life at sea, rendered with a sense of nostalgia and respect for the cultures portrayed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aIndexes
700 1 _aWidger, David,
_d1932-2021?
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28972
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