The Barque Future: Or Life In The Far North (1879)

By Jonas Lie

Book Overview

The Barque Future: Or Life In The Far North is a novel written by Jonas Lauritz Idemil Lie and published in 1879. The story is set in the Arctic region and follows the life of a young Norwegian sailor named Erik Herl������e. Erik is on a barque called the Future, which is on a journey to the Arctic Circle. The crew includes a diverse group of people who come from different parts of the world, and they all have different reasons for being on the ship. The novel explores the challenges that the crew faces as they navigate through the treacherous waters of the Arctic, dealing with harsh weather conditions, dangerous icebergs, and the threat of starvation. The crew also faces conflicts and tensions among themselves, which are heightened by the isolation and harsh conditions of their environment. The novel also delves into the personal struggles of Erik, who is haunted by a tragic event from his past. He must come to terms with his guilt and find a way to move forward with his life. Along the way, he forms a deep connection with a young Inuit girl named Miriam, who teaches him about her culture and way of life. The Barque Future: Or Life In The Far North is a gripping adventure story that also explores themes of identity, cultural differences, and the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity. It is a classic work of Scandinavian literature and a must-read for anyone interested in Arctic exploration and adventure stories.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166985180
• ISBN13: 9781166985189
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 266 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"