John Corwell, Sailor And Miner
John Corwell, Sailor and Miner is a novel by Louis Becke, first published in 1898. It tells the story of John Corwell, a sailor and miner who travels the world in search of adventure and fortune. John Corwell is a young man from Australia who has a passion for the sea and a thirst for adventure. He joins the crew of a whaling ship and embarks on a voyage to the South Pacific. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a mysterious woman who may hold the key to his future. John eventually finds himself in the gold-rich fields of California, where he strikes it rich. But his newfound wealth brings with it danger and intrigue, as he finds himself caught up in a web of deceit and betrayal. John must use all of his wits and courage to survive and protect his newfound fortune. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about life, love, and loyalty. John Corwell, Sailor and Miner is an exciting and thrilling adventure story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a classic tale of courage, determination, and the pursuit of happiness.
By Louis Becke · First published 1901 · Genre: Adventure, Biography, Historical Fiction · 4 chapters · 7,016 words
First lines
-"Am I to have no privacy at all?" demanded the Governor irritably as the orderly again tapped at the open door and announced another visitor. "Who is he and what does he want?"
-"Mr. John Corwell, your Excellency, master of the cutter _Ceres_, from the South Seas."
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John Corwell, Sailor And Miner 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, Biography, Historical Fiction, Romance
- Length: 7,016 words
- Structure: 4 chapters, 227 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The book follows the life of John Corwell, a sailor and miner, and his adventures in the South Pacific.
- Biography — The book is based on the life of Louis Becke, a sailor and miner, and his experiences in the South Pacific.
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the life of John Corwell, a sailor and miner, in the South Pacific.
- Romance — The book includes romantic elements, such as John Corwell's relationship with a native woman.
Tags
adventure · sailing · mining · exploration · ocean · Australia · 19th century · seafaring · character study · survival · friendship · hardship