Old Mary by Louis Becke (1901)
Old Mary is a novel by Louis Becke, first published in 1895. It tells the story of Mary, an old woman living in a small village in the South Pacific. Mary is a widow who has been living alone for many years, and she is known for her wisdom and kindness. The novel follows Mary as she interacts with the people of the village, offering advice and comfort to those in need. She is also a source of strength and hope for the villagers, as she helps them to cope with the hardships of life. The novel also explores the themes of love, loss, and faith, as Mary's life is filled with both joy and sorrow. In the end, Mary's faith in God and her love for her fellow villagers help her to find peace and contentment in her life.
By Louis Becke · First published 1901 · Genre: Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance · 3 chapters · 9,605 words
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Early one morning, just as the trade wind began to lift the white mountain mist which enveloped the dark valleys and mountain slopes of the island, Denison, the supercargo of the trading schooner _Palestine_, put off from her side and was pulled ashore to the house of the one white trader. The man's name was Handle, and as he heard the supercargo's footstep he came to the door and bade him good morning.
-"How are you, Randle?" said the young man, shaking hands with the quiet-voiced, white-haired old trader, and following him inside. "I'm going for a day's shooting while I have the chance. Can you come?"
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Louis Becke
- Date: 1901 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Sea Adventure, Realistic Fiction
- Length: 9,605 words
- Structure: 3 chapters, 286 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure Fiction — The book follows the story of a young man's journey to the South Seas, and his encounters with the people and cultures he meets along the way.
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the late 19th century, and includes references to historical events and figures.
- Romance — The book includes a romantic subplot between the protagonist and a woman he meets on his journey.
- Sea Adventure — The book follows the protagonist's journey across the South Seas, and includes descriptions of the sea and its inhabitants.
Tags
adventure · island · ocean · exploration · survival · friendship · mystery · seafaring · culture · history · romance · conflict