A Classic of the Sea by Jack London
The novel tells the story of a young boy who runs away to sea and becomes embroiled in a mutiny on a whaling ship. The boy's experiences serve as a coming-of-age tale, exploring themes of identity, morality, and the human condition.
By Jack London · First published 1898 · Genre: Adventure, Drama, Psychological Fiction · 13,967 words
First lines
Introduction to "_Two Years before the Mast_. "
Once in a hundred years is a book written that lives not alone for its own century but which becomes a document for the future centuries. Such a book is Dana's. When Marryat's and Cooper's sea novels are gone to dust, stimulating and joyful as they have been to generations of men, still will remain "Two Years Before the Mast."
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Jack London
- Date: 1898 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Drama, Psychological Fiction, Naturalism, Classic Literature
- Length: 13,967 words
- Structure: 1 section, 542 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Adventure — The narrative is driven by thrilling and perilous sea voyages, focusing on survival and exploration.
- Drama — The story delves into intense personal and interpersonal conflicts, highlighting human emotions and relationships.
- Psychological Fiction — The plot explores the inner thoughts and mental struggles of the characters, particularly in challenging situations.
- Naturalism — The writing style emphasizes the influence of environment and nature on human behavior, portraying realistic and detailed settings.
Tags
Adventure · Classic · Novel · Sea · Fiction · Literary · Historical · Romance · Tragedy · Survival · Man vs Nature · Friendship