In The Far North by Louis Becke
The Far North is a collection of short stories by Australian author Louis Becke. Set in the South Pacific, the stories follow the adventures of a group of sailors, traders, and adventurers as they explore the islands of the South Pacific. The stories are set in the late 19th century, and explore the lives of the people who lived and worked in the region. The stories focus on the relationships between the characters, and the struggles they face in a harsh and unforgiving environment. The stories also explore the culture and customs of the people of the South Pacific, and the impact of colonialism on the region. The stories are full of adventure, romance, and danger, and provide a vivid and detailed picture of life in the South Pacific during this period. The Far North is a classic collection of stories that will appeal to readers of all ages.
By Louis Becke · First published 1901 · Genre: Adventure, Historical Fiction, Romance · 4 chapters · 7,536 words
First lines
-"Out on the wastes of the Never Never-- That's where the dead men lie! There where the heat-waves dance for ever-- That's where the dead men lie!" - Barcroft Boake, in the Sydney Bulletin.
Jack Barrington, nominal owner of Tinandra Downs cattle station on the Gilbert River in the far north of North Queensland, was riding slowly over his run, when, as the fierce rays of a blazing sun, set in a sky of brass, smote upon his head and shoulders and his labouring stock-horse plodded wearily homewards over the spongy, sandy soil, the lines of Barcroft Boake came to his mind, and, after he had repeated them mentally, he cursed aloud.
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In The Far North is listed on Textopian as a novel by Louis Becke, dated 1901 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Louis Becke
- Date: 1901 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Historical Fiction, Romance, Action/Thriller
- Length: 7,536 words
- Structure: 4 chapters, 226 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The book follows the protagonist's journey to the far north, which is full of exciting and dangerous adventures.
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the late 19th century and is based on the author's own experiences in the far north.
- Romance — The protagonist falls in love with a native woman during his journey, and the book follows their relationship.
- Action/Thriller — The protagonist faces many dangerous and thrilling situations during his journey, which keeps the reader on the edge of their seat.
Tags
adventure · exploration · island · ocean · survival · culture · colonialism · nature · travel · friendship · conflict · identity