The Remarkable Wreck Of The Thomas Hyke

By Frank R. Stockton

Book Overview

The Remarkable Wreck Of The Thomas Hyke is a novel written by Frank R. Stockton. The book is a fictional story set in the 19th century, and it follows the journey of a group of sailors who are on their way to New York City. The main character is a sailor named Thomas Hyke, who is the captain of the ship.The story begins with the ship encountering a severe storm, which causes it to crash into a reef. The crew is stranded on a deserted island, and they must find a way to survive until they can be rescued. However, as they explore the island, they discover that it is not as deserted as they first thought. The island is inhabited by a group of people who are living in a hidden village.As the sailors get to know the villagers, they learn that they are a peaceful and friendly people. The sailors also discover that the villagers have a remarkable technology that allows them to create a powerful weapon. The sailors are torn between their loyalty to their country and their desire to protect the villagers from exploitation.The Remarkable Wreck Of The Thomas Hyke is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of loyalty, friendship, and the consequences of technological advancement. The book is a classic example of 19th-century literature, and it is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure stories.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Stories Of Frank R. Stockton V2, by Frank R. Stockton. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419181718.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: 1425472184
• ISBN13: 9781425472184
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"